HQ Function

Serves as the primary administrative and operational hub for WEDI, facilitating strategic planning, member services, policy advocacy, standards development initiatives, and educational program coordination.

Notable Features:

Located in a prominent downtown Washington D.C. commercial office building, offering modern facilities and strategic accessibility to key healthcare stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and government agencies.

Work Culture:

A collaborative, mission-driven, and professional environment focused on fostering consensus among diverse healthcare industry stakeholders. The culture supports innovation, education, and the advancement of health IT policy and standards.

HQ Significance:

Its strategic location in Washington D.C. is critical for WEDI's role in influencing U.S. health IT policy and standards, allowing for direct engagement with federal agencies like the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), policymakers, and national healthcare organizations.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' professional setting and strategic D.C. location reflect WEDI's commitment to leadership, collaboration with governmental and industry partners, and effective advocacy and education in the health IT sector.

Location:

While WEDI's primary focus is on the United States healthcare system, its work in developing and promoting standards for electronic data interchange and health IT best practices has an indirect global influence. The frameworks and solutions developed by WEDI often serve as valuable references or models for other countries seeking to improve their healthcare information exchange capabilities. WEDI also participates in international health IT discussions and collaborates with global stakeholders through conferences and partnerships, sharing insights and learning from international experiences.

Street Address:

700 12th Street NW, Suite 700

City:

Washington

State/Province:

DC

Country:

USA