TEFCA: Bringing Big Changes to Healthcare and Health Data Interoperability

ICD10monitor June 5, 2024
Adam Brenman

I recently saw a notable update on the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement, or TEFCA, a federal program intended to improve health data interoperability across the healthcare industry.

It made me think about how quickly healthcare interoperability is advancing.

Interoperability touches nearly all stakeholders in the industry, most especially providers, and TEFCA’s nearly weekly developments are rapidly shaping the future of healthcare.

So, here’s a quick refresher on TEFCA, its status, and why it’s worth keeping an eye on.

The exchange of health information is crucial for delivering efficient and effective patient care. However, as you may know, interoperability challenges have hindered smooth data exchange among healthcare providers, which causes fragmented care and compromised patient outcomes.

To address...

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