HealthsystemCIO.com September 3, 2024
In a groundbreaking move set to reshape the landscape of healthcare information exchange, Epic Systems has announced an ambitious plan to transition all its associated hospitals and health systems to the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA) by the end of 2025.
The Road to 100% Interoperability
Epic, a leader in electronic health record (EHR) systems, aims to push beyond the current 70% interoperability plateau, targeting 100% coverage across its vast network. This initiative builds on Epic’s success with its Care Everywhere platform, leveraging years of experience in health data exchange.
TEFCA: A New Era of Health Information Sharing
Stemming from the 21st Century Cures Act, TEFCA promises to enable secure health information exchange across different EHR systems. As a Qualified...