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The Quadruple Aim
Quadruple Aim

A Conceptual Framework

Improving the U.S. health care system requires four aims: improving the experience of care, improving the health of populations, reducing per capita costs and improving care team well-being. HITEQ Center resources seek to provide content and direction aligned with the goals of the Quadruple Aim

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Resource Overview

This section discussed the opportunities for health centers to join HIE, the barriers that need to be overcome, and the evidence for HIE impact to health centers. There are also information here on how to meeting the meaningful use requirements for interoperability.
Why? - Relevance of HIE
Event date: 9/10/2024 3:00 PM Export event
HHS Office for Civil Rights Briefing on Recent Rulemaking
Caitlin Tricomi
/ Categories: Privacy and Security, HIPAA, HRSA - HCCN, Webinars

HHS Office for Civil Rights Briefing on Recent Rulemaking

HRSA

Participants joined HRSA to hear directly from HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) on recent final rules important to health centers and other HRSA awardees.

Speakers addressed these rules:

The HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support Reproductive Health Care Privacy:

The Final Rule strengthens the HIPAA Privacy Rule (1996) by prohibiting the disclosure of protected health information (PHI) related to lawful reproductive health care in certain circumstances. Learn more on the HHS website.


Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973:

On May 1, OCR finalized a rule that prohibits discrimination based on disability. This rule, titled Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in HHS Programs or Activities, advances equity and bolsters protections for people with disabilities under Section 504. It clarifies and strengthens civil rights protections for people with disabilities, addresses discrimination in medical treatment, adds enforceable standards for accessible medical diagnostic equipment, and ensures accessible web content and mobile apps. Learn more on the HHS website.


Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act:

On April 26, OCR issued a final rule under Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), advancing protections against discrimination in health care. Learn more on the HHS website.

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Acknowledgements

This resource collection was compiled by the HITEQ Center staff with guidance from HITEQ Advisory Committee members and collaborators of the HITEQ Center.