Meaningful Consent

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Healthcare providers have long advised patients on making informed care decisions.  Now, patients can rely on providers for guidance on how their electronic patient information is shared.   Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HSS) launched, Meaningful Consent, a new site for physicians to better help their patients navigate health information exchange (HIE).  Resources featured include customizable tools, law and policy information, videos and tutorials.

Key background information:

• HIE is the way healthcare providers share and access health information using technology
• HIEs share patient information between participating healthcare providers regarding a patient’s health information for treatment and payment
• Patient education and engagement is important to help them understand their options and outcomes of each option

Meaningful Consent is important to improve healthcare information technology and educate patients on HIE to foster greater trust in physician communication and health technologies. As the trend grows and HIEs evolve, it’s vital to have both physicians and patients engaged and informed to improve care and health outcomes.

Read the HSS press release here.