The HIMSS HIE inPractice Blog Series delivers short pieces aimed at specific topics within the HIE Community. Topics of discussion include patient engagement strategies, data analysis, data use, privacy and many more.
HIE inPractice Blog Series
Jun 2015
This post discusses the basics for collecting data and identifying locations where data can be gathered on vulnerable populations.
May 2015
This post discusses what it means to be a part of a vulnerable population and how an HIE can support the care for these individuals.
May 2015
Shares thoughts on standards use case success and standards for nationwide interoperability.
May 2015
Insight from Dr. Laura McCrary, Kansas Health Information Network (KHIN), on HIEs using data strategically.
Apr 2015
A look at the specific security needs that HIEs must consider in order to support population health data management.
Apr 2015
Healthcare professional Kim Brant-Lucich considers the question of data ownership from the other side of the deck - as a patient.
Apr 2015
Focus on financial models that support HIE sustainability, with examples from Georgia Health Information Network (GaHIN) and Kansas Health Information Network (KHIN).
Mar 2015
Thoughts on the use of HIE to address quality of care and ROI, and the current state of metrics to assess this value.
Mar 2015
Insight into the relationship between HIE and public health, including guidance for initiating and maximizing collaboration.
Mar 2015
Discussion on the importance of and best practices for engaging all stakeholders in an HIE.
Mar 2015
Interview with Dr. Laura McCrary, Kansas Health Information Network (KHIN), on sustainability for HIEs.