HHS Issues Rule on Health Data Technology Standards

Department of Health and Human Services issued a final rule on October 28, 2026, updating health IT standards and certification requirements. It takes effect on December 28, 2026, with certain provisions effective January 1, 2027. The rule covers certification criteria for clinical data reconciliation, quality measures, privacy, security, and patient engagement, including specific performance and protocol standards for data transmission and public health reporting.

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