1Kosmos Secures Epic MyChart Integration for High-Assurance Identity Verification
Event summary
- 1Kosmos received Epic Toolbox designation for Identity Verification for MyChart on May 19, 2026.
- The integration enables secure patient identity proofing for Epic MyChart, aligning with NIST IAL2 standards.
- 1Kosmos combines document authentication, biometric matching, and liveness detection for high-assurance verification.
- The platform is available through Epic Showroom, reducing integration complexity for healthcare providers.
The big picture
As patient portals like MyChart become primary digital front doors for healthcare, securing access against fraud and identity impersonation is critical. 1Kosmos' integration with Epic MyChart addresses this need by providing high-assurance identity verification, reducing friction while enhancing security. This move aligns with broader industry trends toward passwordless authentication and remote identity proofing in regulated sectors.
What we're watching
- Adoption Pace
- How quickly healthcare providers will integrate 1Kosmos into their Epic MyChart deployments.
- Fraud Reduction
- Whether the NIST IAL2-compliant verification will significantly reduce identity impersonation attacks.
- Market Expansion
- The pace at which 1Kosmos can expand its healthcare client base beyond current deployments.
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