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Examples of Information Blocking:

• Refusing to share patient information with other providers
• Imposing unreasonable fees for access to health information
• Using technical barriers to prevent data exchange

Slide 3: Purpose of the Information Blocking Rule

• Promote Health Information Exchange: Facilitate the seamless flow of health information between healthcare providers.
• Enhance Patient Access to Health Information: Empower patients to access and manage their health data.
• Increase Data Transparency: Promote data sharing for research and public health initiatives.

Slide 4: Key Stakeholders

• Healthcare Providers: Hospitals, clinics, and physicians
• Health IT Developers: Software vendors and developers of electronic health records (EHRs)
• Health Information Networks/Exchanges: Organizations that facilitate the exchange of health information

Reference:

• 21st Century Cures Act, Section 3006