🚨 Breaking: HHS Declares War on Health Data Blocking 🚨
- Stephen Carrabba
- Sep 10
- 2 min read
On September 3, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services unveiled a major enforcement initiative targeting practices that restrict patient access to their own electronic health information (EHI). HHS.gov
Powered by the authority of the 21st Century Cures Act, HHS is committing new resources to crack down on entities—from healthcare providers to health IT developers—that impede the free flow of EHI. The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/ONC and HHS’s Office of Inspector General are leading the enforcement charge. Healthcare Dive American Hospital Association.
The stakes?
Up to $1 million per violation and possible decertification or exclusion for repeat offenders; providers may face significant disincentives under Medicare/Medicaid programs—
At ClaimInformatics, unlocking the value of health data is our mission—and it’s now the law of the land.
Why This Matters—And Why Claiminformatics Should Lead the Dialogue
Enforcement isn’t Just Talk Anymore. HHS is shifting from policy to penalties—partnering with enforcement authorities to drive real action.
Data Interoperability = Patient Empowerment. Patients depend on timely access to their health data. This is a win for care transparency, chronic disease management, and digital health innovation.
Risk = Opportunity for Your Clients. With new enforcement comes new urgency. Providers and developers must act now—or risk fines, decertification, and reputational damage.
Are you ready to seize the moment?
At ClaimInformatics, Inc., we help clients:
Ensure compliance – Help health plans and fiduciaries meet ERISA and CAA obligations.
Catch errors – Identify and prevent overpayments and billing mistakes
Recover savings – Recoup improper payments and lower plan costs.
HHS Announces Crackdown on Health Data Blocking | HHS.govhttps://www.hhs.gov/press-room/hhs-crackdown-health-data-blocking.html
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