HIT News Round Up: EHRA Members Ready to Openly Share Data; Google Funds AI Health Projects; and New VA Deputy Secretary
Welcome to the Health Information Technology Weekly News Round Up from RosettaHealth. Each week, we will provide you with a summary of all the actionable news that hospitals, HIT vendors, ACOs, and population health providers need to be smart and effective when it comes to HIT and health information exchange.
EHRA: Vendors and Their Healthcare Clients Ready for 'Info Sharing'
With the information blocking penalties in effect, the HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association is optimistic about the work its members have done to enable wider EHI sharing and get ahead on compliance – which is still evolving.
Senate Appoints VA Deputy Secretary to Lead EHR Modernization Project
Last week, the Senate confirmed Tanya Bradsher to serve as deputy secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), making her the top official in charge of the EHR modernization (EHRM) program.
Google Announces Funding for AI-Enabled Digital Health Projects
Google recently announced that it is funding 15 AI-powered projects, including digital health initiatives to improve provider experience and patient access to care, via its commitment to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Digital Health, Health IT Funding Slumped in Q2, But Some Bright Spots Remain
Digital health and health IT funding continued to decline in the second quarter of 2023, but are beginning to recover from their low in 2022, according to two new reports from Pitchbook.
Without Small Data, AI in Healthcare Contributes to Disparities
Artificial intelligence systems in health care must be trained on the data of lived experience to prevent bias and disparities, according to this recent Scientific American Op-Ed.
GE HealthCare and Mass General Brigham Collaborate on an AI Algorithm to Predict Missed Care Opportunities
GE HealthCare and Mass General Brigham recently announced, as part of its initial collaboration, the co-development of an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm that will help increase operations effectiveness and productivity.
Exploring Patient, Provider Perceptions of Healthcare AI
A new report indicates that AI is becoming embedded in healthcare. But as with any new technology, realizing the full potential of health AI depends on securing buy-in and uptake from stakeholders.
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