• Illustrate why the health information exchange (HIE) is a positive step for healthcare
• Describe the role and function of the health information organization (HIO) in the HIE efforts
• Explain the concept of interoperability and its importance in healthcare
• Compare and contrast the benefits and barriers of HIE
• Compare and contrast the models and methods of HIE
• Explain the requirements of Meaningful Use and its role in the Merit–based Incentive Payment System