Apple’s deal with the VA is a big step toward giving patients control over their own health information

CNBC February 11, 2019
Christina Farr

• Apple’s work with the VA is a big deal, and not just for veterans.
• Health industry experts say that the barriers are now coming down, which have prevented patients, doctors and start-up app developers from accessing health information.
• Apple is a first mover in taking advantage of new rules and regulations designed to prevent information blocking.

Apple announced Monday that it’s working with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to bring health records to the iPhone.

That means that vets receiving their care from the VA will be able to see medical information like allergies, immunizations, labs and procedures directly on their iPhones with just a few clicks.

“By bringing Health Records on iPhone to VA patients, we...

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