CHIME Expands Digital Health Support to 58 Countries
Global, Monday, 14 April 2025.
The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) is aiding digital health leaders globally in enhancing healthcare information management across 58 countries.
Global Digital Health Leadership
CHIME has established itself as a pivotal force in digital healthcare transformation, currently serving over 5,000 members across 56 countries and two U.S. territories while partnering with more than 150 healthcare IT businesses [2]. The organization’s membership comprises senior digital health leaders, including CIOs, CMIOs, CNIOs, CDOs, and chief innovation officers, who collaborate to enhance healthcare delivery through effective information management [1].
Recent Initiatives and AI Integration
In a significant development, CHIME recently released its AI Principles on July 30, 2024, establishing guidelines to promote patient safety, administrative efficiencies, regulatory oversight, innovation, and equity in healthcare [1]. The organization is actively addressing emerging healthcare challenges through various initiatives, including a recent podcast episode on April 8, 2025, focusing on ‘Data Strategies for Scalable AI in Healthcare’ [1]. Additionally, CHIME has demonstrated its regulatory engagement by submitting comments to HHS regarding the Biden Administration’s proposal to strengthen the HIPAA Security Rule on March 6, 2025 [1].
Digital Health Education and Recognition
The organization maintains a robust schedule of educational events and recognition programs. On April 9, 2025, CHIME hosted the prestigious Best in KLAS Awards Ceremony, acknowledging healthcare transformation efforts by companies including Abridge, Epic, athenahealth, Chartis, and AGFA HealthCare [2]. Looking ahead, CHIME has scheduled the Innovation Summit for June 11-13, 2025, in Fairfax, VA, focusing on critical areas such as AI, Cybersecurity, and Personalized Healthcare [2].
Regulatory Compliance and Future Developments
CHIME is actively supporting healthcare organizations in navigating complex regulatory requirements. A notable example is the upcoming livestream event scheduled for April 15, 2025, addressing 42 CFR Part 2 updates and healthcare IT practices for substance use disorder data sharing [3]. This initiative follows the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ February 2024 finalization of changes to align Part 2 regulations more closely with HIPAA requirements [3].