Achieving interoperability for accountable care
Bordenick, J.C.; Okubo, T.H.; Kontur, A.; Siddiqui, N.
Healthcare Financial Management Journal of the Healthcare Financial Management Association 69(2): 54-61
2015
ISSN/ISBN: 0735-0732 PMID: 26665540 Document Number: 685657
Based on findings of a recent survey, accountable care organizations should keep eight points in mind as they seek to establish interoperability among their provider constituents: Create a shared governance structure to make IT decisions. Conduct a readiness assessment and gap analysis. Reconfigure the technology infrastructure and processes to support new value-based care delivery protocols. Consider targeting programs around high-risk groups. Develop real-time data-sharing systems. Ensure privacy and security policies and procedures are in place. Assess and address workforce issues expeditiously. Participate in broader interoperability efforts.