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April 15, 2020
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Chronicled’s Mediledger utilizing the HIBCC HIN identifier for Contracting and Chargebacks in its’ blockchain network

Chronicled is building an open, decentralized network, called the MediLedger Network , in response to the FDA’s Drug Security Supply Chain Act (DSCSA). The MediLedger Network will streamline communication and transactions between all trading partners. An important aspect of DSCSA and the MediLedger Network is identifying customers and their locations, and the HIN will serve […]

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April 15, 2020
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HINAPI is now available

HIBCC’s HIN Application Programming Interface (HINAPI) Service is now available. The HINAPI provides real-time HIN database integration with existing user systems and applications.   HIBCC’s HIN System is an integral part of the healthcare supply chain, and its expanding use has created the need for our licensees to be able to access and utilize HIN data […]

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April 7, 2020
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HINAPI to be launched on April 15, 2020

HIBCC will shortly offer its HIN Application Programming Interface (HINAPI) Service to provide real-time HIN database integration with existing user systems and applications.   HIBCC’s HIN System is an integral part of the healthcare supply chain, and its expanding use has created the need for our licensees to be able to access and utilize HIN data […]

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March 27, 2020
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US Naval Ships Mercy and Comfort using HIN to expedite receiving pharmaceutical supplies to support NYC and LA hospitals fighting COVID-19

HIBCC is working with the US DoD Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support to expedite Health Industry Number (HIN) requests and updates.  The DLA is a long-time HIN user, and as it ramps up support of the COVID-19 relief effort, HIBCC has provided new HIN assignments for the DLA.   For example, HIBCC has recently created […]

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March 27, 2020
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ANSI recognizes HIBCC support of the fight against COVID-19

American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has recognized the HIBCC for “stepping up with guidance, resources, and initiatives to support public health, safety, and infrastructure during the COVID-19 outbreak.” To view the full publication on ANSI’s website click here. HIBCC has been an ANSI-accredited Standards Development Organization (SDO) since 1995. To learn more about how HIBCC […]

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March 25, 2020
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European Commission delays its MDR by one year to focus on the Coronavirus, but leave labeling and database compliance deadlines unchanged.

March 25, 2020 the European Commission announced that they are working on “a proposal to postpone the date of application of the MDR for one year”.  The proposal is expected to be submitted to the European Parliament in early April. The postponement seeks to “temporarily alleviate the burden on available resources” in the healthcare industry […]

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March 20, 2020
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HIBCC’s HIN System supporting healthcare supplier efforts to fight COVID-19

As the outbreak of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to rapidly evolve, HIBCC remains focused upon playing its part in ensuring that necessary medical devices and pharmaceuticals will move through their supply chain unhampered.  HIBCC’s Health Industry Number (HIN) is used by the vast majority of pharmaceutical and medical device suppliers to facilitate the necessary “electronic […]

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March 17, 2020
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The European Commission releases updated guidance document on Basic UDI-DI and Changes to UDI-DI

The European Commission released the third version of the Medical Device Coordination Group’s (MDCG) “Guidance on Basic UDI-DI and Changes to UDI-DI” document. The new version includes additional information on devices that are directly marked and the manner in which the production of the device is controlled. To view the updated guidance document click here. […]

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