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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) In stage two of implementing the health information exchange system and based on feedback provided by interested parties, the commission may expand the system by:
(1) providing an electronic health record for each child health plan program enrollee;
(2) including state laboratory results information in an electronic health record, including the results of newborn screenings and tests conducted under the Texas Health Steps program, based on the system developed for the health passport under Section 266.006, Family Code;
(3) improving electronic health record data-gathering capabilities to allow the record to include basic health and clinical information as the executive commissioner determines in addition to available claims information;
(4) using evidence-based technology tools to create a unique health profile to alert health care providers regarding the need for additional care, education, counseling, or health management activities for specific patients; and
(5) continuing to enhance the electronic health record created for each Medicaid recipient as technology becomes available and interoperability capabilities improve.
(b) In expanding the health information exchange system, the commission shall collaborate with, and accept recommendations from, physicians and other stakeholders to ensure that electronic health records provided under this section support health information exchange with electronic medical records systems physicians use in the public and private sectors.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 525.0206. Health Information Exchange System Stage Two: Expansion - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/government-code/gov-t-sect-525-0206/
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