HIT Consultant July 25, 2024
Fred Pennic

What You Should Know:

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a significant reorganization aimed at enhancing its capabilities in technology, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI).

– This strategic move is designed to address the growing complexities and opportunities within the healthcare and human services landscape.

Key Changes and New Roles

Historically, responsibilities for technology, data, and AI policy were dispersed across multiple HHS offices. The new structure centralizes these functions under the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy and Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC). Key changes and new roles of the reorg include:

– ASTP/ONC Expansion: ONC will be renamed the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy and Office of...

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Topics: AI (Artificial Intelligence), ASTP/ONC, Cybersecurity, Govt Agencies, HHS, Technology
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