Massachusetts H1238 aims to improve patient care by integrating electronic health records through a statewide health information exchange.

Massachusetts H1238 establishes a health information technology council within the executive office of health and human services to advise on the design, implementation, and operation of a statewide health information exchange. The bill mandates that all health care entities participate in this exchange, requiring fully interoperable electronic records systems. Patients are granted electronic access to their health records, with the option to opt-out of data disclosure for certain exchange activities.

Massachusetts H1238 aims to improve patient care by integrating electronic health records through a statewide health information exchange.

Massachusetts H1238 establishes a health information technology council within the executive office of health and human services to advise on the design, implementation, and operation of a statewide health information exchange. The bill mandates that all health care entities participate in this exchange, requiring fully interoperable electronic records systems. Patients are granted electronic access to their health records, with the option to opt-out of data disclosure for certain exchange activities.