TEFCA Unveils New SOP to Strengthen Trust in Health Information Exchanges
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement™ (TEFCA™) has released a new standard operating procedure (SOP) aimed at strengthening trust among organizations involved in health information exchanges. Developed with insights from Micky Tripathi and Mariann Yeager, this SOP focuses on the vetting process for organizations participating in specific "Exchange Purposes," particularly under the "TEFCA Required Treatment." This new vetting process is crucial as it requires automated disclosures, highlighting the need for a higher trust level among participants. By establishing a transparent framework, the SOP seeks to ensure that only qualified entities can engage in this exchange, thereby enhancing the integrity of the network.
