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HHS Cracks Down on Healthcare Information Blocking

9/5/2025

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is increasing enforcement against information blocking by healthcare providers and IT developers.
This effort is based on the 21st Century Cures Act, which aims to enhance patient access to electronic health data.
HHS can impose fines up to $1 million and decertify non-compliant health IT developers.
The agency highlights patient access to health information as crucial for better care and innovation.
Patients and caregivers are encouraged to report information blocking incidents via HHS's portal.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is increasing enforcement against information blocking by healthcare providers and IT developers.
This effort is based on the 21st Century Cures Act, which aims to enhance patient access to electronic health data.
HHS can impose fines up to $1 million and decertify non-compliant health IT developers.
The agency highlights patient access to health information as crucial for better care and innovation.
Patients and caregivers are encouraged to report information blocking incidents via HHS's portal.