Welcome to the Health Information Security & Privacy Provider Education Toolkit designed especially for physicians and the healthcare community. We invite you to explore our Web site, learn more about electronic health information exchange, related privacy and security implications, earn free CME credits, ask questions, and get the tools and resources you need to safely and securely get connected!

It's Safe.
Health information exchange has the potential to improve communications among health care providers, support efficient transmission of patient records and provide effective coordination of care.  Sharing information through health information exchange can improve patient safety and enhance the quality of care. Use this powerful tool to help improve clinical decisions, coordinate care and avoid medical errors.

It's Secure.
Properly implemented, CCHIT-certified electronic health record systems uphold the security protections you use every day to maintain the confidentiality and security of your patient records. These systems also provide protections necessary to meet privacy and security guidelines set forth by HIPAA and state patient privacy laws.

It's Time.
The days of paper patient records are drawing to a close. With the right resources and colleague support, today's physician can take steps toward integrating electronic health information exchange technology into their practice. This wise investment promises several returns - fully documented records, financial savings, better patient care and time saved.



A message from John D. Halamka, MD, MS
Chair, Healthcare Information Technology Standards Panel (HITSP)



A message from Mark Leavitt, MD, PhD
Chair, Certification Commission for Healthcare Information Technology (CCHIT)