Health Information Exchange

Read the following article about Health information exchange and information gaps in referrals to a pediatric emergency department.

Provide information on how organizations can close the information gap utilizing the HIE. What advantages and disadvantages do you think are attributed to the use of the HIE? How secure do you feel patient information is with the HIE? Can it be ensured that all patient information is exchanged successfully, accurately and securely?

View the HealthIT.gov website to assist in your discussion