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Advancing healthcare interoperability through informed policy advocacy. Explore our positions, resources, and initiatives shaping the future of healthcare information standards.

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Policy Focus Areas

HL7 engages in a wide range of policy areas to advance healthcare interoperability and improve patient outcomes through better health information exchange. 

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Standards & Certification

Promoting adoption of HL7 standards through policy frameworks and certification programs. 

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International Policy

 Harmonizing global health IT standards and promoting international collaboration. 

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US Regulatory Affairs

 Engaging with regulatory bodies to shape policies affecting health information technology. 

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AI, Innovation & Technology

 Supporting policies that encourage innovation in healthcare technology and standards. 

Recent Policy Updates

Stay informed about HL7's latest policy positions, advocacy efforts, and regulatory engagement. 

HL7 Responds to CMS Proposed Rule on Interoperability

HL7 International submitted comments supporting expanded use of FHIR standards in Medicare and Medicaid programs.

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New Partnership with European Health Data Space Initiative

HL7 announces collaboration to harmonize standards across international borders and support cross-border health data exchange.

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Position Paper: Balancing Privacy and Public Health Data Sharing

New guidance addresses the critical balance between protecting patient privacy and enabling essential public health surveillance.

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Policy Resources & Tools

Access our comprehensive library of policy materials, hot topics and educational content.

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Policy Briefs & Position Papers

 In-depth analysis and official HL7 positions on key policy issues. 

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Hot Topics

 Resources to help stakeholders advocate for interoperability standards. 

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Webinars & Presentations

 Educational content on policy issues and standards development. 

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International & Federal Policy Comments

 HL7 submissions to regulatory agencies and policy makers. 

Featured Resources

Strategic Document
2026 Policy Priorities
HL7's policy agenda for advancing healthcare interoperability. 

Strategic Document
FHIR Implementation Guide: Policy Considerations
Best practices for implementing FHIR in compliance with regulations.

White Paper
Global Interoperability Framework
Roadmap for achieving worldwide health data exchange.

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Join us in shaping the future of healthcare policy. Your voice and expertise can help advance interoperability and improve patient care.

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