Cleveland Clinic's HIM Team Enhances Patient Data Privacy and Care Efficiency
Cleveland Clinic
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Health Information Management (HIM) is integral to the safeguarding of patient data and compliance with HIPAA regulations at Cleveland Clinic. Nicholas Judd, senior director of HIM, emphasizes its role in enhancing hospital operations and allowing providers to concentrate on care delivery, while Sharon Slivochka, HIM director, focuses on managing patient record access and ensuring electronic health record integrity. Advances in technology are reshaping the HIM Physician Advisory role, as illustrated by Dr. Allison Weathers’ work in integrating informatics expertise to optimize workflows. By prioritizing collaboration with healthcare providers, the HIM team seeks to address challenges, reduce administrative work, and continuously update practices to align with evolving regulations.
