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What Does a Trump Presidency Mean for Health IT? The healthcare landscape is poised for significant change as we enter a new presidential term. While we can only speculate on what’s ahead, understanding historical trends provides valuable context. Our latest HIT Perspectives article dives deep into health IT policy under President-elect Trump, drawing lessons from his first administration and exploring the implications of recent campaign promises. From advancing interoperability and AI adoption to balancing regulatory efficiency with innovation, this article highlights critical areas stakeholders must watch. As always, POCP’s unique 360-degree industry perspective helps navigate these complexities and identify actionable strategies. Have questions? Let’s start a conversation in the comments or reach out to learn how POCP can help your organization stay ahead. 👉 Read the full article to get insights from POCP CEO, Tony Schueth about his predictions and recommendations based on what the incoming administration may bring.

If you haven't registered for the FHIR Over TEFCA Security Education Event, you'll definitely want to consider it. This 1/2 day education event is free, has a stellar line up of speakers and promises to provide a lot of really helpful information on implementing the FAST Security IG. While this event is tailored to #TEFCA participants, the FAST Security IG is available to all stakeholders to pick up and use. https://lnkd.in/eFr2dyMu

Prefer to watch our podcast episodes on video? Catch our final episode of 2024 focusing on payer/provider data exchange and collaboration featuring cohost, Kendra Obrist and guest, Anthony Murray, CIO of MRO [LINK IN COMMENTS] #Interoperability #PayerProvider #Podcast #FHIR

Our final HIT Perspectives eMail Newsletter of 2024 went out earlier this week. It's chock full of end of year recaps, post election prognostications and some key topic areas we'll be monitoring in 2025. If you aren't subscribed, you can catch this issue by following the link in the first comment (thank the algorithm for dinging posts that take you away from LinkedIn). We send out our email newsletter 4-5 times a year. If you don't want to miss our insights and getting an email that also aggregates a lot of our other educational content in one place, be sure to subscribe on our website (another link to subscribe is in the comments) We also publish these articles via our LinkedIn Newsletter but they come out once a month and don't have all the other content goodies our email newlsetter offers. Choose whichever option you prefer.

POCP is on the ground at the ASTP Annual Meeting this week, and it's already shaping up to be a fantastic event! Our team, including CEO Tony Schueth, Da Vinci Program Manager Alexandra (Alix) Goss and Leslie Amorós, APR is here to listen, learn, and engage with the critical conversations. If you’re attending, keep an eye out for Tony, Alix, or Leslie in the halls—don’t hesitate to say hello and share your thoughts on the sessions! We’d love to connect and hear your perspective. Let’s make this week productive and impactful.

Final Episode of 2024! We’re wrapping up the year on The Dish on Health IT with a must-listen conversation featuring guest, Anthony Murray, CIO of MRO In this episode, host Tony Schueth, joined by co-host, Kendra Obrist and Anthony Murray dive into the opportunities and challenges in provider-payer data exchange and explores the regulatory landscape shaping interoperability. Don’t miss this engaging and informative finale to our 2024 lineup! We can’t wait to serve up more insightful episodes in 2025. 🎧 Tune in now: https://hubs.li/Q02Z-cWX0 💬 What interoperability topics are you hoping we’ll cover in 2025? Drop your ideas below! #TheDishHIT #Podcast #PayerProviderInterop #HealthIT

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from POCP! 🍂 As we take a moment to reflect during this season of gratitude, we’re reminded of how fortunate we are to do work that makes a difference in healthcare. Every day, we’re inspired by our colleagues within POCP and the incredible individuals across the industry who share a common goal: improving healthcare for patients through smarter technology and streamlined processes. We are deeply thankful for the passion, innovation, and collaboration that drive our work forward. It’s a privilege to partner with such talented people who are as committed to making healthcare better as we are. To our clients, partners, and industry peers: thank you for your trust and dedication. And to the POCP team: your hard work and expertise fuel everything we do. Together, we’re helping to build a better, more connected healthcare system for everyone. Wishing you a warm and joyful Thanksgiving filled with gratitude, family, and connection. 🍁 – The POCP Team

Did you miss our special episode of the Dish on Health IT recapping HLTH? Tony Schueth was joined by special guest co-host, Seth Joseph to discuss the HLTH conference as well as listen and react to "on the ground" interviews at HLTH with: - Bevey Miner,EVP, Consensus Cloud Solutions - Tim Pletcher, CEO, Michigan Health Information Network Shared Services (MiHIN) - Frank Harvey, CEO, Surescripts - Charlie Harp, CEO, Clinical Architecture - Brian Anderson, CEO, Coalition for Health AI (CHAI) Our newest episode will be out next week, but be sure to get all caught up before then! This is a perfect companion to a post Thanksgiving run! https://hubs.li/Q02ZBTB-0

You'll want to check out our new Pharmacy Interoperability Whitepaper! As we look ahead to 2025, pharmacy interoperability stands out as a critical area for advancing seamless, coordinated, and cost-effective care. We’re incredibly proud of the research and insights that went into this whitepaper, developed with support from the NCPDP Foundation. If you’re heading out for a Thanksgiving road trip and need something impactful to read, this whitepaper might just be the perfect companion! Let’s drive progress together in pharmacy interoperability—because it’s not just a pharmacy issue; it’s a healthcare imperative. [LINK IN COMMENTS]

When you're in the thick of it—grappling with priorities, deadlines, and navigating complex challenges—it’s easy to develop blind spots. This is especially true in healthcare and health IT, where shifting policies, evolving standards, and emerging technologies can complicate even the most well-laid strategies. At POCP, we've learned that even the most seasoned teams benefit from fresh eyes and honest feedback. In our latest blog, we dive into why organizations need an external perspective to challenge assumptions, uncover missed opportunities, and ensure strategies are built for the future, not just the present. Discover why an outside perspective isn't just a nice-to-have—it’s a must-have for staying ahead in this ever-changing industry. 📖 Read the full blog: https://hubs.li/Q02YYRTR0 We’d love to hear your thoughts—have you ever sought an outside perspective, and how did it shape your strategy? Let us know in the comments!