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Data sharing in healthcare has unlocked more potential
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F February 25, 2021 Data sharing in healthcare has unlocked more potential to use information and analytics to work toward addressing disparities and achieving health equity in care. Panelists at the WEDI Quest for Health Equity event recently noted it’s important to reinforce…
Read MoreDigital health literacy as a social determinant of health
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F February 23, 2021 The release of final rules from the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT regarding the 21st Century Cures Act have shined a renewed spotlight on patients’ ability to take control of their own health data. But not everyone enjoys…
Read MoreChiquita Brooks-LaSure Tapped by President Biden to Lead CMS
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F February 18, 2021 WEDI applauds President Joe Biden for his selection of Chiquita Brooks-LaSure to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Once confirmed, Brooks-LaSure will take on the role of Administrator at a critical time-with the nation combating COVID-19…
Read MoreHealth Equity: What is it, Why does it matter, and What can we do about it?
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F Health inequity is one of the most dangerous issues facing healthcare today. It refers to the health disparities that create gaps in healthcare for different groups of people. Use the blue link below to learn more. Health Equity: What is it, Why…
Read MoreWEDI 2020 Annual Report
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F January 27, 2021 A message from WEDI’s CEO, Charles Stellar 2020 has met the criteria for being a challenge to our health care delivery system and unfortunately for the loss of lives that the pandemic has created. Amid so many crises, we…
Read More2020 WEDI Awards
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F December 18, 2020 Leadership in Volunteerism – The Andrew Melczer Award Named in honor of the late Andrew Melczer who committed his career to healthcare and devoted his life to helping, teaching, and sharing with others. This award recognizes an individual who…
Read MoreCybersecurity Resources
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F November 20, 2020 Viruses, malware and hackers pose a threat to the entire health care system. The American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Hospital Association (AHA) have curated resources and tips to protect patient health records and other data from cyberattacks.…
Read MoreWEDI Member Update: Privacy & Security Resources
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F October 29, 2020 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Department of Homeland Security are warning of “imminent and credible” threats against the U.S health sector. Malicious cyber actors are targeting the health sector…
Read MoreThree Reasons Tougher FTC Breach Notification Rules Make Sense
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F October 26, 2020 By: Charles Stellar, WEDI CEO Much can change in a decade, which is why the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) earlier this year put out a request for comments regarding the Health Breach Notification Rule. Not many people outside health care…
Read MoreIs HIPAA Obsolete?
Knowledge Center Episode 248: From Planning to Production: Real-World Provider Experiences with CMS-0057-F September 18, 2020 By: Jay Eisenstock, WEDI Board Chair In 2003, the health care industry scrambled to comply with the HIPAA Privacy Rule. This rule is composed of regulations for the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information in healthcare treatment, payment…
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