A Step toward Interoperability of Health IT
David Blumenthal
Abstract
Interview with Dr. David Blumenthal on a new federal rule that requires health care providers and other entities to share patient information. (16:46)Download The federal government recently adopted a rule that could promote effective exchange of patient health information. The rule has the potential to improve quality of care, but some concerns persist.
Topics & Concepts
InteroperabilityHealth information exchangeDownloadMedicineGovernment (linguistics)Health careInternet privacyPublic relationsHealth informationWorld Wide WebLawPolitical scienceComputer scienceLinguisticsPhilosophyElectronic Health Records Systems