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10/27/2025

Federal Update

Events

Knowledge Center

2025 WEDI National Conference

Washington, DC, with a Virtual Option

November 3-6, 2025

Open to the Industry!

As we kick off WEDI’s National Conference, our workgroups are opening their doors to both members and non-members.. Join a WEDI workgroup meeting via Zoom, contribute your insights, and help us move health IT forward. Registration is free for all participants—reserve your spot today and be part of the change!

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Federal Update

CMS Contracts Signal Commitment to Development of National Provider Directory.

U.S. Senate and House Reintroduce Safe Step Act.

Facilitated FHIR Implementation SOP Posted for Review, Responses Due November 14.

Sequoia Project’s Privacy & Consent Workgroup Seeking Comments on Sensitive Data Guidance Document.

OIG Finds Inaccuracies in Medicare Advantage and Medicaid Managed Care Behavioral Health Provider Networks.

CDT Updates for 2026.

New Hampshire’s New Law Prevents Surprise Ambulance Bills.

IHI Releases Paper on Advancing Health Equity.

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Michael sits down with Ben Scharfe, EVP of AI at Altera Digital Health, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping health care. From ambient listening that lightens documentation load to specialty-trained AI agents enhancing decision-making, Ben shares practical examples of what’s working today—and where challenges like clinician resistance and AI “hallucinations” remain. Hear why he believes AI, when implemented thoughtfully, can deliver what clinicians want most: more time with patients and less time with paperwork.

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Survey Closes Oct. 29-Don’t Miss your Chance to Participate!

WEDI is conducting this follow up survey on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Interoperability and Prior Authorization Final Rule (CMS-0057-F), and we need your help! This short survey will gauge how the industry is implementing this regulation. Don’t miss this important opportunity to share your perspectives on this significant industry mandate.

Individual survey responses are kept anonymous, and data are only reported in aggregate. Survey data will be used to develop feedback and recommendations to CMS, inform stakeholders on implementation challenges and costs, and assist WEDI in developing education and resources for successful implementation.

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Nominations Close on Nov. 7th

The WEDI Board of Directors is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2025 Awards Program. Each year our organization recognizes outstanding WEDI volunteers and member organizations through our annual awards program.

Nominate Here

Open to the Industry

WEDI Members Only

Tuesday 10/28 3PM ET: Join us for our guest speaker Aisha Pittman, MPH, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Association of ACOs. Aisha will provide an overview of the current ACO landscape, including successes and challenges in data exchange and interoperability.

Upcoming Workgroup Special Events - Open to WEDI Members Only

WEDI, a national membership association since 1991, advises on health IT policy and implementation, focusing on enhancing health care through efficient data sharing and education across all stakeholders. Learn more about becoming a member here!

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