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A health information exchange has been in the works for over a decade, but questions remain about privacy, data safety and whether it s actually working. ....
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After nearly a year of delays due to the pandemic, Connecticut’s new health information exchange launched on Monday, allowing access to patient health records across providers on a secure network. Dubbed “Connie,” the centralized patient information will be available to providers and insurers for now, with patients able to access their own data in the near future. “We’re now officially on the path that many other states have traveled to improve healthcare by sharing data so that it’s available when and where it’s needed,” said Office of Health Strategy Executive Director Victoria Veltri. “Connie will help providers and patients access information to improve care, reduce redundant testing and lower overall healthcare costs.” ....