Affiliation:
1. Independent Researcher, USA
Abstract
The healthcare industry is at a transformative juncture due to the widespread adoption of electronic health records (EHR). However, interoperability between EHR systems remains a barrier, creating data silos that hinder research and compromise patient care. This chapter explores the role of interoperability standards and SMART on FHIR (fast healthcare interoperability resources) technology in revolutionizing healthcare research. By standardizing data exchange and enabling secure access to patient records, these advances unlock the potential of EHR data for research. Fragmented healthcare data impacts research and care coordination, leading to inefficiencies and potential errors. The author discusses the benefits and challenges of implementing HL7 FHIR, which facilitates seamless data sharing across systems. Key policy initiatives such as the 21st Century Cures Act and the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA) are crucial for promoting standardized data exchange.
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