HL7 version 3.0: a preview for CIOs, managers, and programmers.
HL7-based data exchange will be a critical component of the healthcare enterprise of the future. Clearly, the healthcare marketplace is driving toward full interoperability, in which HL7 plays a leading role. Version 3.0 effectively addresses the limitations of previous versions, and expands both the capabilities and value of the HL7 standard. The inclusion of new technologies such as XML ensures HL7's longevity, and its testing and validation capabilities are significant improvements. Version 3.0's RIM is the key "artifact" and represents the most comprehensive data model for healthcare. Although adoption of version 3.0 will take planning, time, and money, the resulting improvements offer significant benefits and efficiencies to providers and vendors alike.
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