A frequently used analogy for HIE's is the comparison of a health information network to a banking ATM network. However, often overlooked is the fact that the ATM network is not run by a state or regional entity, rather the ATM network is a combination of private networks, collaborating together and agreeing independently to share data according to a defined set of rules and standards (Pulse, Mac, Plus, etc.). ATM networks are successful because they rely on individual private networks connected together, not one large common network that everyone has to adapt to and abide by others rules. Would Bank of America and Citibank be comfortable sharing their private network and data? Then why would hospitals do the same in a health information network?

A new hospital-centric HIE approach is evolving that mimics the true model of ATM networks. This alternative HIE approach is a community of private HIEs collaborating by sharing data according to a defined set of rules and standards. This allows a hospital to maintain its autonomy and align their HIE projects with the clinical, operational and business needs of the hospital, while providing a platform to participate in various regional HIE initiatives. Private, hospital centric HIE’s also assist hospitals more effectively attain meaningful use and prepare for the quality driven changes of ACO’s, PCMH and bundled reimbursements, than the traditional HIE approach.

This webinar focuses on successful private HIE approaches, technology and real world experience to assist hospitals in the new world of Meaningful Use and ACO’s.