A large healthcare organization is a member of a health information exchange (HIE). What should this organization expect as a stakeholder in the exchange?
A) Paying a membership fee
B) Reduction in reimbursement from Medicare
C) Reduced rates for purchasing bulk medical supplies
D) Group rates for nursing continuing education programs
A) Paying a membership fee
Explanation: A) The HIE network sustains operations through a membership fee, where stakeholders pay to support shared services for all.
B) Being a member of an HIE will not result in reduced reimbursement from Medicare.
C) Being a member of an HIE will not reduce the rates for medical supplies.
D) Being a member of an HIE will not provide group rates for nursing continuing education programs.
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