WHAT IS THE D.C. HEALTH INFORMATION EXCHANGE (DC HIE) CONNECTIVITY PROGRAM?
The DC HIE is a system of HIE entities that meet common privacy, security, business, and operational standards to support the secure electronic exchange of health information. HIE entities participating in the DC HIE must meet certain privacy, security, use, and access requirements. If you would like to learn more about the District’s Registered and Designated HIE Entities, visit The DC Health Information Exchange.
WHO ARE THE DISTRICT’S REGISTERED HIE ENTITIES?
The District Registered HIE Entities are organizations that demonstrate that they meet or exceed core minimum privacy, security, and access requirements for health information exchange identified by DHCF and District stakeholders in the District's HIE Rule.
WHO IS THE DISTRICT'S DESIGNATED HIE ENTITY?
The District Designated HIE Entity is DHCF’s organizational partner that supports the ongoing maintenance and operation of the DC HIE infrastructure and services as outlined in the District’s HIE Rule. The District Designated HIE Entity is committed to support the development and maintenance of HIE services in order to facilitate the secure, electronic exchange of health information among the District Registered HIE entities and participating organizations in the District.
HOW CAN I JOIN THE DC HIE?
Schedule an informational session with Team Enlightened.
Execute a participation agreement with a District Registered HIE entity.
Activate a DC HIE account to get access to electronic patient records, and receive encounter notifications.
Exchange encounter data between EHRs and the DC HIE entities.
Begin sharing clinical data with the DC HIE entities.
