Examine Interoperability, HIEs and Standards at HIMSS21
The 2021 HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition will present highly vetted education sessions within 17 topic categories, including Health Information Exchange or Interoperability.
Tap into Revenue Cycle Management at HIMSS21
The 2021 HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition will take a deep dive into highly vetted education sessions within 17 topic categories, with several sessions geared toward revenue cycle management.
Important HIMSS21 Health and Safety Update: Vaccine Verification Process
As part of our efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 at the HIMSS21 Global Health Conference & Exhibition, all event attendees, exhibitors and HIMSS staff will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 “full vaccination” in order to gain access to the HIMSS21 campus.
HIMSS and PCHAlliance Comment on RFI on Methods and Leading Practices for Advancing Equity and Support for Underserved Communities through Government
On July 6, HIMSS and PCHAlliance submitted a letter in response to the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) Request for Information (RFI), on Methods and Leading Practices for Advancing Equity and Support for Underserved Communities through Government.
HIMSS Comments on NIST Pre-Draft Call for Comments on Revision to An Introductory Resource Guide for Implementing HIPAA Security Rule
On July 7, HIMSS submitted a letter in response to an update of an Introductory Resource Guide for Implementing the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule. In the letter, HIMSS strongly supported the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) deci...
Visionary Keynotes Share Insights, Ideas and Inspiration at HIMSS21 Digital
HIMSS21 Digital will take place virtually from Aug. 9-12, providing a best-in-class digital environment so everyone, everywhere can be part of the most exciting week in healthcare.
Germany’s Federal Ministry of Health Commissions HIMSS and Partners to Evaluate Digital Maturity of German Hospitals
The Federal Ministry of Health of Germany has awarded a contract to the DigitalRadar consortium initiated by HIMSS to measure the current and future degree of digitization of hospitals. Germany’s Federal and State governments are investing up to 4.3 billion euros in the digital infrastructure o...
Patient ID Now Coalition Applauds Congress in Addressing Patient Misidentification
Patient ID Now, a coalition of more than 40 leading healthcare organizations of which HIMSS is a founding member, applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for removing Section 510 in its Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies appropriations bill for the third year in...
HIMSS and More than 400 Organizations Urge Congress to Advance Permanent Telehealth Reform
HIMSS has co-led a letter to congressional leaders signed by 430 organizations urging policymakers to build on the temporary telehealth expansion waivers enacted in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE).
Accelerate Announces Digital Platform Launch
Accelerate has entered the global health ecosystem as a purpose-built digital platform that drives 365 healthcare transformation by connecting health professionals to insights from peers and thought leaders, professional development tools, networking opportunities and curated content—anytime, a...
HIMSS Celebrates 2020 Stage 7 Organizations Advancing Global Health
HIMSS congratulates the healthcare organizations around the world that achieved Stage 7 validations in 2020 for their efforts to advance health and wellness for everyone, everywhere.
Preview HIMSS21 With Chris Dancy: 5 Tips for Getting Ready
The 2021 HIMSS Global Conference and Exhibition offers world-class educational programming and networking events, and everyone should feel fully prepared to make the most of every minute in person and Las Vegas and throughout HIMSS21 Digital.