Brief Summary: The Health Information Exchange Organization
The health information exchange organization is designed to facilitate the proper process and procedure of health information via technology. The association’s purpose is to not only monitor the electronic exchange of health information across a medical network, but to also to ensure quality care and asses any areas that need improvement.
To ensure privacy and the universal use of EHRs, “The result has been the creation of various forms of health information exchange (HIE) among disparate organizations; new technology for connectivity, such as portals that provide remote access to the health record for physicians or patients, continuity of care records (CCR) or continuity of care documents (CCD) exchanged among referring providers, and
PHRs to which providers and individuals contribute data and which assist individuals in managing consent for disclosure of information (Amataykul, 2009).” HIMSS is a cause-based, not-for-profit organization exclusively focused on providing global leadership for the optimal use of information technology (IT) and management systems for the betterment of healthcare (HIMSS.org). The transition to a paperless environment is inevitable, and although HIMSS was founded 52 years ago, there vision and mission are still based on advancing the best use of data and management systems for the betterment of health care and to lead the healthcare transition through the efficient and effective use of health information technology. While trying to achieve the proper input, storage, and exchange of electronic health information, quality, safety, cost, and access are all applicable. HIMSS members promote and work toward the best use of information technology. A key element of any health information exchange organization is the universal flow of data between providers and stake holders (public health departments). A way of doing this is the NHIN (national health information network), which is supposed to allow secure internet exchange of health information and data but because it is still such a new technology it may require more expertise that a provider has, and currently only allow certain information to be exchanged. Within the state of California the CalOHII (California office of health information Integrity), works toward progressing the exchange of electronic health information so that patient data is accessible, ensuring that the information is protected, and transferred under strict medical privacy and confidential standards and procedures. The California Office of Health Information Integrity’s vision is to improve the health and well-being of all Californians. The diverse needs of users of health information gives health information exchange organizations a constant reason to push forward with their efforts. As technology will undoubtedly continue to evolve, the fundamental concepts of health management will not.
Works Cited
Adler-Milstein, J., Bates, D. W., & Jha, A. K. (2011). A Survey of Health Information Exchange Organizations in the United States: Implications for Meaningful Use. Annals Of Internal Medicine, 154(10), 666-W.241.
Amatayakul, Margret K. (2009-01-01). Electronic Health Records: A Practical Guide for Professionals and Organizations [4] (VitalSource Bookshelf), Retrieved from http://devry.vitalsource.com/books/978-1-58426-328-9/id/F1-2
To ensure privacy and the universal use of EHRs, “The result has been the creation of various forms of health information exchange (HIE) among disparate organizations; new technology for connectivity, such as portals that provide remote access to the health record for physicians or patients, continuity of care records (CCR) or continuity of care documents (CCD) exchanged among referring providers, and
PHRs to which providers and individuals contribute data and which assist individuals in managing consent for disclosure of information (Amataykul, 2009).” HIMSS is a cause-based, not-for-profit organization exclusively focused on providing global leadership for the optimal use of information technology (IT) and management systems for the betterment of healthcare (HIMSS.org). The transition to a paperless environment is inevitable, and although HIMSS was founded 52 years ago, there vision and mission are still based on advancing the best use of data and management systems for the betterment of health care and to lead the healthcare transition through the efficient and effective use of health information technology. While trying to achieve the proper input, storage, and exchange of electronic health information, quality, safety, cost, and access are all applicable. HIMSS members promote and work toward the best use of information technology. A key element of any health information exchange organization is the universal flow of data between providers and stake holders (public health departments). A way of doing this is the NHIN (national health information network), which is supposed to allow secure internet exchange of health information and data but because it is still such a new technology it may require more expertise that a provider has, and currently only allow certain information to be exchanged. Within the state of California the CalOHII (California office of health information Integrity), works toward progressing the exchange of electronic health information so that patient data is accessible, ensuring that the information is protected, and transferred under strict medical privacy and confidential standards and procedures. The California Office of Health Information Integrity’s vision is to improve the health and well-being of all Californians. The diverse needs of users of health information gives health information exchange organizations a constant reason to push forward with their efforts. As technology will undoubtedly continue to evolve, the fundamental concepts of health management will not.
Works Cited
Adler-Milstein, J., Bates, D. W., & Jha, A. K. (2011). A Survey of Health Information Exchange Organizations in the United States: Implications for Meaningful Use. Annals Of Internal Medicine, 154(10), 666-W.241.
Amatayakul, Margret K. (2009-01-01). Electronic Health Records: A Practical Guide for Professionals and Organizations [4] (VitalSource Bookshelf), Retrieved from http://devry.vitalsource.com/books/978-1-58426-328-9/id/F1-2