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MS SB2200

Bill

Status

Failed

3/4/2014

Primary Sponsor

Dean Kirby

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the automatic repealer date for the Health Information Technology Act (Mississippi Health Information Network/MS-HIN) from July 1, 2014 to July 1, 2019

  • Directs the PEER Committee to evaluate progress in implementing the electronic health records (EHR) system in Mississippi and submit a report by December 1, 2014

  • MS-HIN is a public-private partnership governing a statewide health information network with an 11-member board of directors appointed by various state agencies and healthcare organizations

  • The network facilitates electronic communication of patient clinical and financial information among healthcare providers, hospitals, pharmacies, laboratories, and insurers while ensuring HIPAA compliance

  • Requires state entities to submit proposed health information technology (HIT) system acquisitions to MS-HIN for review before purchase to ensure connectivity and identify collaborative opportunities

Legislative Description

Health Information Technology Act (MS-HIN); extend repealer.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/4/2014

Committee Referrals

Public Health and Human Services2/15/2014
Public Health and Welfare1/10/2014

Full Bill Text

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