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AMA applauds updated CMS prior authorization reporting guidance
The organization said the agency responded to its concerns about payers' implementation of the transparency provisions of the 2024 final rule.
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CMSFierce Healthcare
The organization said the agency responded to its concerns about payers' implementation of the transparency provisions of the 2024 final rule.
CMSHealthcare DiveAug 18, 2026
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ONCONC BlogJul 21, 2026
What started as a challenge to tame unwieldy single patient electronic health information (EHI) exports—often hundreds […] The post Nine Teams, One Mission: Meet the EHIgnite Phase 1 Winners appeared first on ONC Blog .
ONCONC BlogJun 30, 2026
We are excited to announce the 2026 standards approved by the National Coordinator through ONC’s […] The post Advancements in Health IT: ONC’s 2026 Approved SVAP Standards appeared first on ONC Blog .
ONCONC BlogJun 29, 2026
The Health Information Technology Advisory Committee (HITAC) convened on May 7, 2026, to discuss how […] The post HITAC Highlights Affordability, Data Exchange, and Innovation appeared first on ONC Blog .
HL7HL7 International (The Standard)May 20, 2026
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HL7HL7 International (The Standard)Apr 23, 2026
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PointClickCarePointClickCareFeb 18, 2026
Documentation gaps can lead to survey deficiencies, CMS penalties, and liability claims. Learn the hidden costs in SNFs—and how to close gaps early.
ONCONC BlogFeb 4, 2026
Patients with behavioral health conditions are often dually-burdened with chronic physical health conditions. Consequently, providers caring for these patients must coordinate their care to get the best possible health outcomes. The lack of reliable health information exchange and integration of health data across care settings can inhibit this essential care coordination. For example, individuals
ONCONC BlogJan 29, 2026
As a radiologist, I rely on diagnostic images to guide decisions about patients’ health. Imaging […] The post Picture This: Improved Access, Exchange, and Use of Diagnostic Images appeared first on ONC Blog .
ONCONC BlogJan 13, 2026
“Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree long ago.” This quote from […] The post Digital Dividends Realized: Hospital Patient Engagement Capabilities appeared first on ONC Blog .
AIONC BlogDec 19, 2025
In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Deputy Secretary’s office, […] The post HHS Wants Your Ideas to Accelerate AI in Clinical Care appeared first on ONC Blog .
CMSONC BlogDec 16, 2025
In July our colleagues at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) launched an ambitious Health Technology Ecosystem pledge program. The groundswell of energy and enthusiasm for the program has been remarkable, and we’re glad to be their partner. The post The Tide and the Speedboats: TEFCA and CMS-Aligned Networks appeared first on ONC Blog .
ONCONC BlogDec 9, 2025
We all know what it’s like to get forms completed with all the right information (and to get it done quickly!), and patients seeking determinations on their eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance know this all too well. Patients and providers often spend significant time and resources retrieving, reviewing, copying, and transmitting relevant medical records. The Department of Health
ONCONC BlogDec 1, 2025
It wasn’t always so, but today we have technology available to exchange health information anywhere […] The post Why TEFCA’s Hardest Problem Isn’t Tech, It’s Trust appeared first on ONC Blog .
PointClickCarePointClickCareMar 5, 2025
As value-based care continues to shape healthcare delivery, the transition from hospital to post-acute care is critical for a patient’s recovery.
PointClickCarePointClickCareFeb 27, 2025
By understanding the revised CMS guidance now, facilities can avoid costly surprises and focus on delivering quality care.
PointClickCarePointClickCareMar 7, 2024
At PointClickCare we leverage our ONC certified EHR to offer the collaborative benefits of interoperability and improved health outcomes.
PointClickCarePointClickCareJan 19, 2021
We recently shared updates around the extended compliance deadline for the ONC’s 21st Century Cures Act: “Interoperability, Information Blocking, and the ONC Health IT Certification Program,” and CMS’s “Interoperability and Patient Access” rules. Beyond understanding the Cures Act itself, a key component to navigating these changes is having a foundational grasp of what they really
PointClickCarePointClickCareNov 17, 2020
Last week, the Office of the National Coordinator (ONC) announced a delay in compliance deadlines for the information blocking and health IT certification requirements in the 21st Century Cures Act. Now, April 5, 2021 will mark a big milestone in the world of health data compliance. For many, it’s been dubbed “Compliance Day,” in acknowledgement
PointClickCarePointClickCareSep 24, 2019
Change is never easy, and Skilled Nursing Facilities face a big change next week. On October 1, CMS will change the way they reimburse SNF provide for the care they provide to Medicare recipients. This will help transform the healthcare system by reimbursing providers based on the quality of care they provide patients instead of
PointClickCarePointClickCareMar 1, 2019
Change is never easy, and the change that faces Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) providers this year is a big one. As CMS changes the way they reimburse SNF providers for the care they provide to Medicare recipients after more than two decades of the prospective payment system (PPS), SNF providers have reason for concern. As