Experts reiterated the importance of compliance with proposed regulations on information blocking in a recent ATA webinar. HHS is anticipating introduction of rules that may impose significant penalties on noncompliant healthcare providers, under its Promoting Interoperability Program. Hospitals found to be practicing information blocking may face loss of CMS program eligibility, a reduction in reimbursements, and even disqualification from the Medicare Shared Savings Program. The experts urged healthcare organizations to develop policies and procedures that address the eight exceptions to the proposed regulations.
HIV-positive organ transplants allowed under new rule
The Biden administration has sanctioned a change in transplant rules, allowing HIV-infected individuals to receive kidneys and livers from equally infected donors. The rule eliminates
