HIMSS25
Data Quality Theater
On-Demand Sessions
How Post Coordination Can Improve Access to Clinical Data
Speaker: Stan Huff, Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Graphite Health
Using overly specific codes to represent patient data can make it harder to find and use that data. For example, LOINC code 8460-8 specifies a systolic blood pressure measurement taken while standing, but there are over 100 similar codes that vary by position, exercise level, and method. Searching for all systolic blood pressure readings requires checking a long list of codes. A simpler approach is to use a general code like 8480-6 for systolic blood pressure and store details separately, a method called post-coordination. Regenstrief is working to expand LOINC to support more efficient post-coordinated data storage.
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 11:15 AM – 11:55 AM
PIQXL Gateway: The Key to Improving Patient Data Quality
Speaker: Charlie Harp, CEO at Clinical Architecture
Join Charlie Harp, CEO of Clinical Architecture, for an exclusive look into the PIQXL Gateway and learn how this tool can help improve patient data quality. The PIQXL Gateway is a powerful tool that evaluates patient information across a variety of dimensions using the Patient Information Quality Improvement (PIQI) framework. This session will explore how PIQXL Gateway scores patient data, categorizes quality issues, and provides actionable insights to improve the quality of patient information.
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 2:40 PM
An HIE Journey to Improved Data Quality for HEDIS®
Speaker: Jason Buckner, Chief Information Officer at Manifest MedEx
Manifest MedEx, California’s largest nonprofit health data network, exchanges over 42 million health records across 17 health plans, 140+ hospitals, and 3,000+ providers. Dedicated to improving data quality, MX has been NCQA Validated Stream-certified for four consecutive years, helping 12 health plans streamline HEDIS® reporting. In 2023, MX partnered with Clinical Architecture to enhance data quality by standardizing and mapping codes. In 2025, they aim to integrate this mapping into the NCQA Data Aggregator Validation Program to further benefit health plans. Join MX’s CIO, Jason Buckner, to hear pilot results and future plans for improving data quality.
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Introducing the CommonWell Marketplace: Advancing Interoperability and Data Quality
Speakers: Paul L. Wilder, Executive Director at CommonWell Health Alliance; G.P. Singh, VP of Interoperability Solutions at ELLKAY
The CommonWell Marketplace connects network members with top health IT solutions to improve interoperability and data quality. As a vendor-neutral hub, it tackles challenges like data standardization, de-duplication, and format conversion for more accurate health information. Clinical Architecture’s Pivot will be available as a Marketplace app, integrating with the CommonWell Network to support data normalization and CCDA-to-FHIR conversion. These capabilities enhance data reliability, improving exchange efficiency and care coordination. Join us to explore how the CommonWell Marketplace and its partners are advancing nationwide interoperability and data quality at scale.
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 4:50 PM
Jive and Cowpaths
Speaker: Dr. John Lee, Founder of HIT Peak Advisors
Despite having the technology to vastly improve healthcare, key barriers prevent meaningful progress. Dr. Lee identifies two main challenges: the illusion of shared understanding—where we use the same language but fail to truly communicate—and our reliance on outdated processes that limit technology’s full potential. These obstacles keep innovation shackled, preventing transformative change. Join Dr. Lee as he explores what’s holding us back and how we can break free to drive real healthcare innovation.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Data Delirium? Drowning In Data, Starving for Information and Insights
Speakers: Therasa Bell, President & Cofounder of Kno2; Dr. Peter Schoch, Chief Health Officer at Kno2; Charlie Harp, CEO at Clinical Architecture
No provider ever asked for more data, they ask for more information. So, what’s the difference? It’s far more significant than one may at first think. Endless streams of data leave providers gasping for the information they need to make better, quicker decisions. These decisions impact all aspects of healthcare. Post-acute providers are drowning in data from every direction. They may have more data than ever, but they struggle to get the information they need. The truth? They don’t need more data—they need the right information, at the right time, in the right way. Join Kno2 and Clinical Architecture as we break down the madness and help providers come up for air.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
Quality & Quantity: Essential Frameworks for Clinical Data Operations for Payers
Speakers: Dr. Michael S. Barr, Chief Medical Officer at Velox Health Metadata, Inc.; Michael Klotz, Founder and CEO at Velox Health Metadata, Inc.; Charlie Harp, CEO at Clinical Architecture
Changing payment models, regulations and technology are dramatically shifting the amount and richness of clinical data health plans need. To thrive in the short-term and to stay competitive and compliant in the next years, health plans need to completely retool their clinical data operations. This session introduces two standard frameworks for clinical data acquisition (sourcing and handling) and data quality. The Velox Platform and Clinical Architecture’s PIQXL Gateway, based on the principles of the PIQI Framework, are fundamental to ensuring payers are not ‘flying blind’ through this necessary and high-stakes transition to the future of clinical data operations.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
Establishing Data Governance and Quality Frameworks at a Standards Setting Organization
Speaker: Jeff Shick, Director of Translational Informatics at U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP)
The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) mission is to improve global health through public standards and related programs that help ensure the quality, safety, and benefit of medicines and foods. In its most recent 5-year operating cycle (2020-2025), USP has focused on developing digital solutions to improve patient outcomes by standardizing healthcare information. This includes creating standards for drug information, clinical decision support, and formulary design. To support this mission, the Data Integrity Office was created to establish data governance and data quality frameworks across the organization. Here, we will discuss the progress and lessons learned.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Data Matters: Elevating Health and Community Information Exchange
Speakers: Gregg Church, CEO of 4medica; Waldo Mikels Carrasco, Director at Center for Health Information Sharing & Innovation, Co Director at Data Across Sectors for Health (DASH), Illinois Public Health Institute; Duane Connors, CEO at Wellconnected; Laura Nixon, VP of Interoperability Solutions at Clinical Architecture
In an era where health information exchange and community-based initiatives rely heavily on accurate data, the quality of that data becomes paramount. Join us for an engaging panel discussion that explores the vital role of data quality in fostering seamless health information exchanges and empowering community connections. Our expert speakers will share insights on best practices, innovative tools, and collaborative strategies that enhance data integrity, ensuring that communities have access to reliable information.
Thursday, March 6, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM
The 6 Cs Framework for Assessing Value Set Quality
Speaker: Victor Lee, MD, VP of Clinical Informatics at Clinical Architecture
Are your value sets delivering the insights you need to improve clinical, administrative, and financial outcomes? The quality of your insights depends directly on the quality of your value sets—yet many organizations lack a way to evaluate their effectiveness. Join Dr. Victor Lee to explore the innovative 6 Cs Framework for Assessing Value Set Quality, and learn how to enhance your health IT investments for maximum impact. Whether you’re a clinician, administrator, or IT leader, this session will equip you with practical guidance to optimize the outcomes that matter most.