Confusing terms prompt call for health IT glossary

A “cacophony” of competing and confusing definitions, with terms often used interchangeably, is hampering progress toward a nationwide health information network, according to the National Alliance for Health Information Technology and the Health and Human Services Department.

On behalf of the alliance, HHS on Tuesday called for help in defining key health IT words, such as “electronic medical record” and “electronic health record.” The alliance is working with HHS to compile a glossary by March 2008.

They want volunteers from the technology industry, employers, advocacy groups, academia and other fields active in health information exchanges to get involved. Volunteers will meet biweekly via teleconference starting Nov. 30 until a final report is published in March.

Source: Government Executive

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