Healthcare IT Today February 21, 2024
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The following is a guest article by Anthony Murray, Chief Interoperability Officer at MRO

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the quest for interoperability has become paramount. While the vision of seamless data exchange promises improved patient care and streamlined operations, the journey is not without its hurdles. Here we explore the three main interoperability challenges that continue to shape the narrative in healthcare.

  1. Fragmented Systems and Standards: One of the primary stumbling blocks in achieving interoperability is the existence of fragmented systems and divergent standards. Healthcare organizations often operate on disparate electronic health record (EHR) systems, each with their own unique structure and data format. This lack of standardization creates roadblocks in sharing and interpreting data across different...

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Topics: EMR / EHR, Health IT, HIE (Interoperability), Insurance, Payer, Provider, Technology
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