http://fcw.com/articles/2009/07/24/blumenthal-defers-judgment-on-fisma-use.aspx By Alice Lipowicz FCW.com July 24, 2009 The top federal official for health information technology has not taken a position on one of the pressing issues that affects nationwide sharing of health information — whether all health systems must comply with the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). Dr. David Blumenthal, the national coordinator for health IT, said he has not formed an opinion. The FISMA legislation in 2002 established information security requirements for federal computer systems. What is under discussion is whether health care providers, including doctors' offices and hospitals, should comply with FISMA in order to expand their information sharing with federal agencies. Under the economic stimulus law, Congress set aside $350 million to assist the national coordinator’s office in establishing health information exchange systems. One of the pilot efforts underway is the Nationwide Health Information Network. [...] _______________________________________________ Attend Black Hat USA, July 25-30 in Las Vegas, the world's premier technical event for ICT security experts. Network with 4,000+ delegates from 50 nations. Visit product displays by 30 top sponsors in a relaxed setting. http://www.blackhat.comReceived on Mon Jul 27 2009 - 02:21:36 PDT
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