BC Advantage - 2020 Issue 5
AHIMA's Perspective on Information Blocking Rule
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Article Overview
This article explains AHIMA’s perspective on the final ONC information blocking rule and its implementation under the 21st Century Cures Act. It focuses on the scope of electronic health information, the relationship to HIPAA and patient access, concerns about third-party app privacy and security, and the compliance and enforcement framework. The piece is relevant to health information management professionals, compliance teams, and organizations preparing for operational changes tied to the rule.
Why This Topic Matters
The article matters because it summarizes a major federal interoperability and access policy that affects how health data is shared, protected, and governed. It also highlights practical compliance implications for organizations and the HIM professionals who support them.
What You Will Learn
- How AHIMA views the final information blocking rule
- How the rule relates to patient access and interoperability
- What privacy and security concerns arise with third-party applications
- What the article says about compliance timing and enforcement
- Why HIM professionals are involved in organizational readiness efforts
Who Should Read This
- Health information management professionals
- Compliance teams
- Healthcare providers
- Health IT and privacy stakeholders
- Policy and government affairs professionals
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