Becker's Healthcare August 7, 2024
Naomi Diaz

Epic Systems has introduced a new data-sharing feature aimed at enhancing patient access to health information and improving interoperability for healthcare providers.

Launched on August 1 for Epic clients, the feature allows patients using applications such as health coaching or medication reminder apps to import their health records directly into these platforms using their Epic login credentials. When patients release data to an app using their Epic credentials, they see an educational screen detailing the information being disclosed, ensuring they are comfortable with their decision.

Given the sensitivity of patient data and HIPAA protections, it’s crucial for patients to know where their health data is going and if it will be protected. While some apps comply with HIPAA, many do...

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Topics: Apps, Digital Health, EMR / EHR, Health IT, Health System / Hospital, HIE (Interoperability), Patient / Consumer, Provider, Technology
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