National standards for interoperability are constantly being developed. Which entity controls the future of health information exchanges (HIEs)?
A) Nationwide health information network (NHIN)
B) The Department of Homeland Security
C) HIPAA
D) HIMMS
A) Nationwide health information network (NHIN)
Explanation: A) Although great strides have been made concerning interoperable standards, the capabilities of the systems along with the standards need further investigation through nationwide health information network.
B) The Department of Homeland Security does not control the future of HIEs.
C) HIPAA does not control the future of HIEs.
D) HIMMS does not control the future of HIEs.
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