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TEFCA: Accelerating Government Benefits Determination for a Better Tomorrow
Steven Posnack | September 16, 2025
Individuals seeking government benefits such as Social Security Disability Insurance spend a lot of time waiting. In particular, the Social Security Administration (SSA) estimates it takes over 200 days for an initial disability claim to be processed. Part of that time delay includes SSA’s efforts to find out where relevant medical records may be, request them from your health care provider(s), and the time it takes your providers to respond. Ultimately,
Read Full Post.Laboratory Data Standards for Interoperability
Steven Posnack | September 5, 2025
In response to a requirement in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, the ASTP/ONC prepared a report on the use of data standards for laboratory data exchange. The report explores data standards adoption and impact at each step of the laboratory workflow, from ordering through sharing the results with patients, providers, public health agencies, and more. This report is grounded in independent research, consultation with subject matter experts, and interviews and input from across the laboratory ecosystem.
Read Full Post.TEFCA’s growing, are you in? Take a look at who’s participating in TEFCA Exchange
Steven Posnack | August 6, 2025
We are pleased to announce that the beta version of an interactive, searchable map for TEFCATM participation is now available. The map released today is another example of our commitment to transparency.
Read Full Post.ASTP/ONC Rule Creates Prescription Drug Cost Transparency, Eases Administrative Burden, and Speeds Access to Care
Steven Posnack | July 31, 2025
ASTP/ONC released a final rule enabling the use of certified EHRs to submit prior authorizations, select drugs consistent with a patient’s insurance coverage, and exchange electronic prescription information with pharmacies and insurance plans.
Read Full Post.TEFCA Priorities and Plans for the Remainder of 2025
Steven Posnack | July 7, 2025
As we roll into the second half of 2025, we wanted to state our TEFCA™ priorities and plans for the remainder of the year.
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