The key role HIEs can play in value-based care

The CEO of Wisconsin Statewide Health Information Network says state and regional data exchanges can offer "unique and indispensable value" to their participants. He'll explain more at HIMSS22.

"Health information exchange is fundamentally about the quality of care delivered to patients," said Kachelski, who will present at HIMSS22 in Orlando this March. Kachelski noted the importance of HIEs – and data visibility – when it comes to improving health outcomes. He also addressed what he sees as a few misconceptions in this arena – namely, that supporting value-based care is optional for HIEs. On the contrary, he said, "I think it’s mandatory. Health information exchange works best, said Kachelski, with maximum participation.