Michigan Rural Health Community Information Exchange Coordination - 2027

Summary

Synopsis As part of RHTP’s Interoperability in Action Initiative, the Rural Data Integration and Infrastructure Fund aims to the advance technology innovation through reducing duplicative care improving health outcomes through interoperable systems. This funding opportunity will advance interoperability and digital infrastructure for rural and left-behind providers to strengthen care coordination and reduce administrative burden. The Community Information Exchange (CIE) Coordinating Entity will identify organizations capable of implementing the standards necessary for successful CIE initiative implementation.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include community-based organizations, rural health clinics, critical access hospitals, and other rural-serving healthcare entities capable of implementing and coordinating Community Information Exchange (CIE) efforts within Michigan. Applicants must demonstrate the capacity to meet interoperability standards and coordinate among multiple providers.

Requirements Checklist

• Applicants must submit a completed application form, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents as required by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Organizations must articulate experience with health information technology, detail interoperability plans, and describe proposed partnership structures. Compliance with state and federal data privacy regulations is mandatory.

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