Public Policy

In response to a new price cap law in Indiana, Hal Andrews, CEO of Trilliant Health, says once a state legislature is allowed to determine maximum reimbursement, hospitals are subject to that being changed any time the legislature gets together.  

Michael Needham, principal at Efficio, says the Trump administration's tariffs create uncertainty and indecision for business.  

Millie founder and CEO Anu Sharma discusses reasons why one-third of the U.S. is considered a "maternity care desert" and what can be done.  

Independent accreditation is essential to ensure that health technology and health organizations are compliant with HIPAA, NIST and other standards, says Kathryn Ayers Wickenhauser, DirectTrust's chief strategy officer.

Also, fellow Korean medical AI companies have obtained regulatory approvals across global markets. 

The organization is seeking feedback on how to best advance digital health to empower seniors using technology, while reducing administrative burdens and improving interoperability.

Larry Voyten, chair of the HIMSS Chapter Advocacy Task Force, says that, rather than focusing on national policy, HIMSS members interested in advocacy can work with local chapters to make an impact in their communities.

While the change of administration means federal regulations and funding remain in flux, PointClickCare's Brian Drozdowicz believes healthcare vendors and organizations are making strides in improving interoperability.

The updates are a refresh to put more onus around payers/providers to mature their cybersecurity program, says Ferdinand Hamada, managing director of the healthcare, pharma and life sciences sector at MorganFranklin Cyber.

Jonathan French, HIMSS' senior director of public policy, lays out the key points of HIMSS' response to the White House's request for information from the public on developing an AI action plan.