What is a commonly used standard for electronic health information exchange?

The commonly used standard for electronic health information exchange is Health Level 7 (HL7). HL7 provides a framework and standards for the exchange, integration, sharing, and retrieval of electronic health information. It facilitates communication between disparate healthcare systems, enabling them to work together and share vital patient information effectively.

HL7 standards are widely adopted in the healthcare industry, as they ensure that clinical and administrative data can be transferred accurately and securely between different settings. For example, they help healthcare providers in different locations to access and understand patient data seamlessly, promoting better coordination of care.

ISO 9001 focuses on quality management systems rather than specific healthcare data exchange. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) develops standards related to information technology and cybersecurity but does not specifically concentrate on health information exchange standards. The Health Information Trust Alliance (HITRUST), while important for security and compliance frameworks, is not primarily a standard for the exchange of health information itself.