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October 21, 2026 · Certification Prep, Healthcare IT, HIMSS Word of The Day, Interoperability and Standards

HIMSS Word of the Day #123: Direct Project (Direct Secure Messaging)

The Direct Project created a secure, standards-based way to send health information over the internet to known, trusted recipients, much like secure email. This post explains how Direct messaging works, including Direct addresses, HISPs, and certificates, where it fits among exchange methods, its strengths and limits, and what it means for care transitions.

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