4:30-5:30 p.m

3-C. Unlocking the Power of Interoperability

As the country's healthcare system becomes more interconnected, the need for interoperable data exchange across care settings has never been more critical. Yet interoperability is often hindered because its meaning and benefits are unclear to the providers who could gain the most from it. This session will clear up the confusion. Presenters will demonstrate the practical advantages of interoperability and help you assess your organization's readiness to implement it. They'll also offer practical strategies for connecting data systems, enabling seamless data exchange with other care settings, and supporting integrated workflows. You'll learn how one organization used interoperability to transform its operations, boost staff morale, and strengthen referral networks.

• Chris Pugliese, Head of Interoperability, MatrixCare — Morrisville, NC, US
• Tracy Fluhr, EHR Clinical Resource Specialist, Nazareth Home — Louisville, KY, US
• Benjamin Little, Strategic Relationship Specialist, McKesson Medical-Surgical — Richmond, VA, US