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New blog post alert! POCP Regulatory Resource Center Lead, Kim Boyd, dives into the game-changing HTI-2 proposed rule released by the ONC. This rule aims to revolutionize interoperability and information sharing in healthcare. Here are some key highlights: 1. New Certification Criteria Public Health IT and Payer IT systems certification. 2. Impacted Stakeholders Health IT Developers, Healthcare Providers, Public Health Agencies, and Health Plan/Payers. 3. Technology and Standards Updates USCDI v4 adoption, multi-factor authentication, and more. 4. FHIR API Certification New API certification criteria aligned with CMS requirements. 5. ePrescribing and Real-Time Prescription Benefit Modernizes electronic prescribing and improves medication cost transparency. 6. Bulk Data Enhancements Latest HL7 FHIR Bulk Data Access implementation. Don't miss out on the full details and implications for your organization. Read the full blog and reach out to Kim Boyd for more insights! ONC HTI-2 Proposed Rule: A Leap Forward in Healthcare Interoperability https://hubs.li/Q02GgRNL0 #Healthcare #Interoperability #HealthIT #ONC #HTI2 #FHIR #USCDI #TEFCA

AI's evolution in healthcare is both exciting and complex, as highlighted in the Hype Cycle for Healthcare Data, Analytics and AI, 2023 Report. Current applications, such as reducing clinical documentation burdens, are already making a positive impact by alleviating clinician burnout. However, broader clinical applications face significant technical and ethical challenges, delaying widespread adoption. Key takeaways: What's Working Well: Immediate benefits in administrative tasks. Areas of Caution: Complexities in clinical decision-making applications. Ethical Considerations: Data privacy and AI bias remain crucial concerns. For a deep dive into AI's journey on the Gartner Hype Cycle and its future in healthcare, check out the full article. Reach out to us if you'd like to discuss how AI can play a role in your technology strategy! #HealthcareAI #GartnerHypeCycle #AIinHealthcare #TechInMedicine #ClinicalAI #EthicalAI

The healthcare interoperability landscape is more complex than ever. New policies, standards, technologies - it's a lot to keep up with. Point-of-Care Partners's does all the research and analysis and delivers a comprehensive report through our Interoperability Outlook Subscription Service. This means your team can use their time on their highest and best purpose. This subscription service includes a quarterly report as well as 3 hours of consulting time a quarter so you can access our experts to ask questions about the areas keeping you up at night. Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q02FfxWp0

We're looking forward to presenting at #DirectTrust2024! We hope to see you, our industry colleagues and friends, there too. https://lnkd.in/gnHwgfXw

In Case You Missed It! POCP is thrilled to remind you about the launch of our HIT Perspectives LinkedIn Newsletter! We kicked off with a must-read article on "Payer Interoperability – The People Part of It." In the rapidly evolving healthcare ecosystem, seamless data interoperability is crucial, with payers playing a critical role in this journey. In this article, we explore: 🚑 The rise of APIs and regulatory drivers & competitive advantage of interoperability 👫 The human side of transformation 💡 The importance of health IT standards participation 💃 Staying agile and future-focused Discover how strategic alignment of people, processes, and culture can enhance patient care and streamline operations without disrupting vital relationships. Learn from our insights on building trust, securing executive buy-in, and overcoming operational inertia. Don't miss out! Follow our newsletter to get notified when our next issue drops! https://hubs.li/Q02DnHKp0 #HealthIT #Interoperability #POCP #HITPerspectives #HealthcareInnovation #LinkedInNewsletter

Need a quick summary and highlights from the recently published CMS-4205-F2 Part D Rule? We've got you covered. Check out the recap blog our very own Regulatory Resource Center Lead, Kim Boyd put together. This rule names the NCPDP (National Council for Prescription Drug Programs, Inc.) SCRIPT, F&B and RTPB standards. https://hubs.ly/Q02C5Xft0

Exciting News! POCP is thrilled to launch our HIT Perspectives as a LinkedIn Newsletter, starting with our latest article on "Payer Interoperability – The People Part of It" by Kendra Obrist and Brian Dwyer. In today's healthcare ecosystem, achieving seamless data interoperability is crucial, and payers play a critical role in this journey. In this article, we delve into: 🚑 The rise of APIs and regulatory drivers 🔗 Competitive advantages of interoperability 👫 The human side of transformation 💡 The importance of health IT standards participation 💃 Staying agile and future-focused Discover how strategic alignment of people, processes, and culture can enhance patient care and streamline operations without disrupting vital relationships. Learn from our insights on building trust, securing executive buy-in, and overcoming operational inertia. Don't miss out! Follow our newsletter and stay updated on the latest in health IT. Let's drive change together! 🌐💡 #HealthIT #Interoperability #POCP #HITPerspectives #HealthcareInnovation #LinkedInNewsletter

We are so excited and honored to share this Surescripts podcast episode that features our very own Pooja Babbrah, Pharmacy & PBM Services Practice Lead here at POCP. The discussion focuses on the future of pharmacy. Pooja shares insights on value-based care, pharmacogenomics, and pharmacy interoperability. Tune in to learn how technology, collaboration, and standards are shaping better care. Listen now:https://hubs.li/Q02Bzfyt0

When a revolutionary technology like AI emerges, it often undergoes a period of calibration to balance its potential against its actual performance. The Gartner Hype Cycle is particularly relevant to AI in healthcare, illustrating this journey from inflated expectations to practical applications. In our latest HIT Perspectives article, we delve into AI's current standing and its evolving impact on healthcare. https://hubs.li/Q02Bl-5m0 #ArtificialIntelligence #EmergingHealthTech

If you missed our webinar last week "Is 2024 The Year of the Pharmacist? Harnessing the Potential of Pharmacy Interoperability & Advanced Practice", we've got you covered. You can read our quick recap blog which also has a link to the video recording and slides. https://hubs.li/Q02zT1Rn0