21st Century Cures Act Goes in to Effect Today

The 21st Century Cures Act went into effect today, April 5, 2021. This act mandates the release of patient information electronically to those with a valid, legal right to request information including, but not limited to, patient, payer, provider, or insurance. Required patient data points in the USCDI Standard are now available through Munson Healthcare’s patient portals.

For more on the 21st Century Cures Act:

• Watch our Provider Forum from last fall with MHC Chief Office Rachel Roe and Assistant General Counsel Amanda Maly.
• MHC 21st Century Cures Act Resources, which includes FAQs