AHIMA July 1, 2025
Jennifer Mueller, MBA, RHIA, SHIMSS, FACHE, FAHIMA, FACHDM, Kate McFadyen, and Kathryn Ayers Wickenhauser, MBA, FACHDM, CHPC

When it comes to health data interoperability, everything begins with identity. If we can’t confirm who a patient is or who’s authorized to access their data, then every other piece of the healthcare system is compromised. It’s a challenge that’s persisted for decades, yet it remains one of the most overlooked. Until we solve identity-related disconnects, the future of health data exchange remains on shaky ground.

Let’s take a closer look at where identity breaks down today and how collaborative efforts – from legislation to voluntary standards – are building momentum for change.

Identity Isn’t One Challenge – It’s Two

Ask someone in healthcare what identity means, and they’ll likely think about patients. But verifying the people and organizations accessing...

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