Definition Thursday: Regional Health Information Organization (RHIO)

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Regional Health Information Organization (RHIO):

The terms “RHIO” and “Health Information Exchange” or “HIE” are often used interchangeably. RHIO is a group of organizations with a business stake in improving the quality, safety and efficiency of health care delivery.

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