What You Should Know:
– The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC)is seeking public input on a new draft plan outlining the nation’s health information technology (health IT) strategy for the next six years.
– The draft 2024-2030 Federal Health IT Strategic Plan focuses on improving access to health data, creating a more equitable healthcare experience, and modernizing public health data infrastructure.
Focused on Data Access, Equity, and Cybersecurity
The draft 2024-2030 Federal Health IT Strategic Plan outlines key goals and objectives aimed at:
- Enhanced Data Access and Use: The plan emphasizes policies and technologies that support diverse health IT user needs, promoting better access to and use of electronic health information (EHI). This aligns with the recent HITI-1 rule, promoting transparency and equity in healthcare delivery.
- Modernized Public Health Data Infrastructure: Recognizing the growing role of health IT in public health activities, the plan highlights the need for a robust public health data infrastructure that benefits all communities.
- Robust Cybersecurity Measures: The plan aligns with the HHS’s cybersecurity concept paper and voluntary Cybersecurity Performance Goals (CPGs) to prioritize high-impact cybersecurity practices within healthcare organizations.
The public comment period for the 2024-2030 Federal Health IT Strategic Plan ends on May 28, 2024. Visit HealthIT.gov to learn more and submit your comments.