Gene Green: “It is true the ACA continues to achieve positive outcomes, but it is also true there is no such thing as a perfect law.”

The Cures Act aimed to build on the progress of the HITECH Act of 2009, but by focusing on improving interoperability, patient access to their health records, and reducing provider burden.

I would like to thank Dr. Rucker for testifying today on the Office of National Coordinator's work to implement the 21st Century Cures Act.

I'm pleased to hear ONC is undergoing a rigorous public comment process before finalizing this provision.

Maternal mortality in our country has more than doubled between 1987 and 2014, from 7.2 to 18 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births.