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DrFirst Achieves HITRUST i1 Certification

In a significant move towards enhancing data security, DrFirst, an innovative leader in health technology, announced that its end-to-end medication management platforms have successfully earned the HITRUST i1 Certification. This milestone underscores the company's commitment to employing industry-best practices to safeguard sensitive information and combat evolving cybersecurity threats.

What is HITRUST i1 Certification?

The HITRUST i1 Validation Assessment and Certification serves as a benchmark for organizations in assessing their information security frameworks. By adhering to the HITRUST Common Security Framework, DrFirst demonstrates its dedication to meeting stringent security and privacy standards, essential for managing healthcare data effectively. The certification especially highlights the company’s proactive approach to addressing both current and emerging threats within the cybersecurity landscape.

HITRUST’s rigorous validation process involved thorough evaluations to ensure DrFirst's solutions align with best practices for data protection, enabling the company to manage information risks while complying with regulations such as HIPAA.

DrFirst’s Comprehensive Solutions Covered Under Certification

All medication management offerings by DrFirst fall under this newly acquired certification, including:

• - Electronic Prior Authorization
• - E-prescribing
• - E-prescribing for Controlled Substances (EPCS)
• - Patient Engagement
• - Population Health Management
• - Prescription Orchestration
• - Prescription Renewals
• - Price Transparency
• - System Migrations

This comprehensive coverage highlights the company's strategic focus on ensuring that every aspect of medication management is fortified against potential cybersecurity issues.

Commitment to Cybersecurity Excellence

G. Cameron Deemer, CEO of DrFirst, expressed his thoughts on this achievement, stating, "Strong cybersecurity measures are essential to protecting our organization and the stakeholders who rely on us. Earning HITRUST i1 Certification for our products demonstrates our commitment to the highest standards of data protection and security, which are integral to our culture of innovation."

The CEO's remarks highlight DrFirst’s ongoing efforts to prioritize secure practices that enhance customer trust across its platform.

Acknowledgement from HITRUST

According to Jeremy Huval, the Chief Innovation Officer at HITRUST, the certification signifies that DrFirst is at the forefront of industry best practices in managing cybersecurity risks. Huval remarked, "HITRUST is continually innovating to find new and creative approaches to address information security challenges. HITRUST i1 certification is evidence that the company is at the forefront of industry best practices for information risk management and cybersecurity."

DrFirst’s Legacy of Innovation

For the past 25 years, DrFirst has been instrumental in empowering healthcare providers and patients with intelligent medication management solutions. Their innovative approaches have earned them over 25 awards, including a Gold Recognizing at the prestigious Edison Awards in 2023 for advancements in clinical-grade AI applications.

Today, DrFirst actively supports over 100 million patients annually, collaborating with more than 450,000 prescribers, 71,000 pharmacies, 270 EHRs, and 2,000 hospitals nationwide. The company continues to seek new ways to improve healthcare workflows, increase medication adherence, and enhance patient outcomes.

For more information on DrFirst and its initiatives, visit DrFirst.com.