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HCC Healthcare Technology & Informatics Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary purpose of a Health Information Exchange (HIE)?

    Answer: To enable secure sharing of patient information across organizations

    An HIE enables the secure electronic sharing of patient health information among hospitals, physicians, and other healthcare providers across organizational boundaries.

  2. A consultant evaluating an EHR implementation should assess which of the following as a KEY indicator of adoption success?

    Answer: Clinician workflow integration and user adoption rates

    Clinician workflow integration and user adoption rates are key indicators because even the best EHR system fails if providers do not effectively use it in daily practice.

  3. Which of the following best describes 'big data analytics' in healthcare consulting?

    Answer: Using large datasets to identify patterns and improve clinical and operational outcomes

    Big data analytics in healthcare involves analyzing large volumes of clinical, operational, and financial data to uncover patterns that support better decision-making and improved outcomes.

  4. Under HIPAA's Security Rule, what are the three safeguard categories organizations must implement to protect ePHI?

    Answer: Physical, Administrative, and Technical

    HIPAA's Security Rule requires covered entities to implement Physical, Administrative, and Technical safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of ePHI.

  5. What is a 'patient portal' in healthcare technology?

    Answer: A secure online platform allowing patients to access their health information and communicate with providers

    A patient portal is a secure online application that gives patients 24/7 access to their health records, lab results, appointment scheduling, and secure messaging with their care team.

  6. Which federal rule issued in 2020 supports interoperability by prohibiting information blocking among health IT developers and providers?

    Answer: 21st Century Cures Act Final Rule

    The 21st Century Cures Act Final Rule (2020) prohibits information blocking and requires health IT developers and providers to enable open access to electronic health information.