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Episode 254 – Unlocking Genetic Counseling Through Interoperable Data Exchange
Knowledge Center Episode 254 – Unlocking Genetic Counseling Through Interoperable Data Exchange July 10, 2026 In this episode, guest host Dr. Sandra Rolfe (Optum) is joined by Carrie Haverty, President of the National Society of Genetic Counselors and Vice President of Medical Affairs and Clinical Strategy at Mirvie, to explore the critical role of interoperability…
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WEDI Presents at CMS Listening Session on X12 Version 008060. WEDI presented at a Listening Session conducted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Office of Health Technology and Products on the topic of adopting the X12 Version 008060 standards under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. WEDI was invited to present…
Read MoreWEDI Blog: Beyond the Buzz: Why AI Alone Won’t Solve Health Care’s Readmission Challenge
Beyond the Buzz: Why AI Alone Won’t Solve Health Care’s Readmission Challenge July 6, 2026 By: Michael McNutt, WEDI VP, Education & Events Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate health care conversations, promising to improve efficiency, automate workflows, and transform patient care. But as health care organizations increasingly explore AI-powered solutions, a critical question…
Read MoreEpisode 253 – Beyond Discharge: How AI Is Transforming Care Coordination
Knowledge Center Episode 253 – Beyond Discharge: How AI Is Transforming Care Coordination July 5, 2026 As health care organizations seek to reduce avoidable readmissions and improve patient outcomes, many are exploring how AI can help bridge gaps in post-discharge care. Patty Hayward joins Michael to discuss the evolving role of AI-driven care coordination, where…
Read MoreWEDI Presentation at CMS Listening Session 7.1.26
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Read MoreWEDI Submits Comments to CMS on REAL Health Providers Act
June 29, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20201 RE: Section 6220 Provider Directory Meeting – Written Comment Submitted electronically via partnership@cms.hhs.gov Dear Administrator Oz: The Workgroup for Electronic Data Interchange (WEDI) is pleased to provide…
Read MoreWEDI Federal Update 6.29.26
WEDI Submits Comments on GAAIA Discussion Draft. WEDI submitted comments to U.S. Representatives Jay Obernolte (R-CA) and Lori Trahan (D-MA) on the Great American Artificial Intelligence Act Discussion Draft. The bipartisan legislation, if enacted, would create a federal framework for how the U.S. will govern artificial intelligence (AI). WEDI’s comments recommended the bill be expanded…
Read MoreWEDI submitted a comment letter response to the “Great American Artificial Intelligence Act (GAAIA) Discussion
Download the Letter June 22, 2026 U.S. Representative Jay Obernolte 2433 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 U.S. Representative Lori Trahan 2233 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Re: Great American AI Act Discussion Draft Submitted electronically via GAAIA@mail.house.gov Dear Representatives Obernolte and Trahan: The Workgroup for Electronic Data Interchange (WEDI) writes today in…
Read MoreWEDI Federal Update 6.22.26
WEDI Submits Comments on CMS-0062-P Proposed Rule. WEDI submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on the Interoperability and Drug Prior Authorization (CMS-0062-P) proposed rule. The proposed rule intends to improve the electronic exchange of health care data and streamline processes related to drug prior authorization by increasing the interoperability of…
Read MoreWEDI Submitted a Comment Letter to CMS Regarding the CMS-0062-P Proposed Rule
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