After completing this chapter, you should be able to:
- Define the term Regional Health Information Organization (RHIO).
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Discuss key factors in the RHIO movement.
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Compare and contrast different RHIO models for their respective advantages and disadvantages.
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Identify obstacles to RHIO development and ongoing operation.
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Describe the current status of RHIOs in the United States.
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Differentiate between a Clinical Data Network (CDN) and RHIO.
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Envision ways in which RHIOs might impact healthcare delivery.
