The CDC is seeking input on more effective methods for data intermediaries to support exchange of health information between public health agencies and laboratories and other healthcare organizations.
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The data intermediaries (or health information exchanges) are intended to improve the quality, timeliness, and usefulness of data for public health agencies.
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Written or electronic comments are due November 20.
Potential effects on laboratories: As the CDC evaluates standards, governance, interoperability, and funding models for these intermediaries, the resulting policies could affect how laboratories participate in public health data exchange.
What’s next: The CAP is reviewing the request for information and its potential implications for pathology and laboratory data exchange