The community in New York now more efficiently coordinates health care to their patient community. In addition, the community is now compliant with HIPAA standards for the exchange of electronic medical information.

Ultimately, the goal of the system is to allow the community to monitor outcomes, prepare predictive treatment plans and reduce health care costs.

Key advantages of the system are its financial sustainability to the network in terms of lower operational costs. Also, comprehensive patient information provides the platform necessary for recognizing and reducing Medicare costs.

I have been asked to share our expertise and the status of our project with other community health leaders. Several questions have emerged and I would value your input. What is the best approach for sharing our knowledge and experiences in developing and distributing this system to multiple rural communities? How can our solution assist your efforts in preparation for the impact of HIPAA regulations? How do we achieve results that improve patient care and lower health care costs?

I welcome the opportunity to share more information on the wonderful progress we are making in New York. In addition, I would enjoy discussing the issues raised above and learning more about your initiatives and direction of health care in your community.

I look forward to hearing from you. 

Christopher Keim
President, Health Catalyst LLC
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