Under the agreement, which delineates privacy and security standards and technology requirements, Via Christi and Wesley will participate in the regional HIE that aims to increase efficiency, lower costs and improve patient outcomes. The WHIE plans to begin testing after several physician practices finalize business agreements and expects to go live next year.
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