CDC Will Link Public Health EHRs with Immunization Tracking System

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention plans to link public health (local and state health departments) electronic health records (EHRs) with immunization tracking system. The integrated system will combine with CDC's vaccine tracking system in consolidating immunization history. More» 

HRSA Plans to Revamp Immunization Systems and Birth Records

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) said in an announcement for grant opportunities, "we are at a point in time where health information exchanges and immunization information systems could work together to add value to each other." The plan will incorporate projects to expand and enable maternal and child health information exchange on immunization records across the organization, and, additionally, for the development of electronic birth records. More» 

Bill to extend Meaningful Use Incentives to Behavioral Healthcare Providers

A new bill introduced by Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) will expand eligibility for electronic health record incentives to mental healthcare providers and facilities. More» 

ONC Seeks Public Comment on the Federal Health IT Strategic Plan

Health Information Technology's (ONC's) strategy for coordinating with the public and private sector to realize Congress and the administration's health IT agenda: improving the quality, efficiency, safety and patient-centeredness of healthcare. The public comment period is now open. Comments must be submitted via the Federal Health IT Buzz Blog and the comment period will end Friday, April 22 at 11:59 PM EDT. This is a great opportunity for LHDs to give their input in the shaping of Congress and the administration's health IT agenda. More»