Even as states across the economically challenged Appalachian region of the US gain a foothold in combatting the opioid crisis, rates of opioid deaths in Tennessee are rising, reaching the…
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ONC: Hospitals Exchanging More Data, Increasing Use of Certified EHRs
Most hospitals have upgraded or are planning to upgrade their EHRs to meet certification criteria, and hospitals are sharing more data electronically than ever before, according to an ONC analysis…
The Future of Healthcare Data Exchange
At the heart of our healthcare system, inaccurate data drives inefficiency, errors, avoidable administrative strain, and increased costs. How are HIM professionals using informatics to improve the care provided to…
US House Bill Would Ease Sharing of Substance Use Disorder Patient Information
The US House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee held a consideration and mark-up session on a bill this week that would allow providers and payers to more freely share the information…