Minnesota HIO Applicants & Application Process
The Minnesota HIE Oversight Law requires that organizations apply for a Certficate of Authority to operate as a Health Information Organization (HIO) in Minnesota.
Potential HIOs must submit an application and participate in a public review process before being certified to operate in Minnesota.
- HIO applications are submitted to the Minnesota Department of Health for review
- Once the application is complete, a public review process begins
- Input from key stakeholders is collected and reviewed
- HIO application materials will be posted on this page during the public comment period
- Public comments specific to the application are encouraged (during the public comment period)
- Upon review completion, a recommendation is made to the Minnesota Commissioner of Health
If an applicant is certified, it is posted on the Minnesota Certified HIOs webpage. Certified HIO's must be recertified annually to maintain the authority to operate in Minnesota.
CyncHealth
CyncHealth applied for a certificate of authority to operate as a Health Information Organization in Minnesota.
- Application materials received on July 13, 2022
- Application deemed complete on April 17, 2024
- Public meeting held on June 7, 2024
- Application materials and a public comment form were available from May 23 – June 11, 2024
- HIE Advisory Panel will review materials and public comments
- A recommendation willl be submitted to the Minnesota Commissioner of Health
- Final decision will be made by July 15, 2024
For questions or further information, email health.hie.certification@state.mn.us.
Each potential HIO must complete the certification process to have the authority to operate in Minnesota.
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