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Verato's Leadership in Trusted Identity at Civitas Networks for Health Conference 2026

Verato, an identity intelligence firm known for its innovative solutions, has announced that it will take the lead on two significant sessions concerning trusted identity at the much-anticipated 2026 Civitas Networks for Health Conference. The event is scheduled to take place from September 22 to 24 in Arlington, Virginia. The primary focus of Verato’s sessions will be on the critical need for forming reliable identities in the realm of healthcare amidst the challenge of fragmented data across multiple systems.

Understanding the Need for Interoperability

Modern health information exchanges, public health entities, and community organizations are increasingly tasked with sharing data among numerous parties. However, they face a complexity stemming from the fragmented nature of health data, which often resides in independent systems and diverse geographical locales. This fragmentation can result in unreliable data if organizations struggle to match patients and providers correctly. In light of these challenges, Verato’s sessions aim to explore how a dependable identity layer can facilitate interoperability and drive rural health transformation.

Session 1: Who Is the Patient?

On September 22, the first session titled Who Is the Patient? Getting Identity Right for Rural Health Transformation will kick off at 4:15 PM ET. This panel discussion, moderated by Joe Hickey, Verato’s Vice President of Provider Markets, will delve into the essentials needed for effective rural health transformation. Hickey will be joined by prominent figures in the healthcare sector: Randy Farmer, CEO of Vermont Information Technology Leaders (VITL), and Dr. Jan Lee, CEO of Delaware Health Information Network (DHIN).

They will discuss key mandates such as the 21st Century Cures Act and Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA), emphasizing how these regulatory frameworks are urging rural health exchanges and systems to construct a universal trusted identity infrastructure. Farmer stated, “Excellence in patient matching is critical to our success,” further underlining that a robust patient identity matching solution is crucial for meeting their mission to serve healthcare providers and communities effectively.

Session 2: The Living Network Identity and Future of Interoperability

The second session is set for September 23 at 7:00 AM ET and will take the form of a breakfast workshop titled The Living Network Identity, Workflow, and the Future of Interoperability. Led by Martin Hougaard, Verato’s VP of Product Marketing, alongside Dan Chavez from Serving Communities Health Information Organization (SCHIO), and Michael Berger, an innovation leader at the New York eHealth Collaborative, this session will tackle the increasingly interconnected landscape of health data.

As multiple stakeholders, including health information exchanges and providers, integrate more data, establishing a reliable way to ensure that the information pertains to the same patients or providers becomes paramount. The Verato Identity Network™ (VIN) is built to serve this purpose. It functions as a shared, impartial identity layer that assists organizations in recognizing the same person across various platforms, thus eliminating the need for redundant integrations. This collaboration fosters more efficient connections while standing in compliance with TEFCA and the 21st Century Cures Act requirements.

Chavez highlighted the challenge stating, “For Health Information Organizations, interoperability has never been just about moving data. The real test is whether participants can trust that they are discussing the same individual.” This statement encapsulates the essence of what Verato aims to achieve within this evolving health landscape.

Connecting with Verato at the Conference

Conference attendees are encouraged to visit Verato at Booth #102. The Verato team will showcase how their leading-edge identity solutions can provide a solid foundation for enhanced connectivity among health data, thereby promoting better collaborative practices and improved health outcomes across the board.

About Verato

Verato is established as a leader in the identity intelligence sphere, resolving the foundational issue of accurately Knowing Who Is Who™. Its groundbreaking Verato MDM Cloud™ offers unrivaled identity accuracy along with comprehensive data mastering capabilities, effectively managing identities across myriad data environments. This dedication to reliable identity data equips organizations with actionable insights that facilitate enhanced consumer engagement, optimize patient outcomes, and promote business growth.

For further insights regarding Verato's innovative identity solutions and their impact on health data interoperability, visit their website at verato.com.

In an era where accurate identity recognition is becoming increasingly critical, Verato's work at the Civitas Networks for Health Conference symbolizes a significant advancement towards a more connected and trustworthy health data landscape.