Sec. 4. The state department shall, in compliance with state and federal law, develop a plan for a health care quality indicator data program. The plan shall be completed by December 31, 2006, and include the following:
(1) A list of health care quality indicators for which data will be collected concerning health care services provided to individuals who reside or receive health care services in Indiana. The state department shall seek the assistance of health coverage providers and health care providers in developing the list under this subdivision.
(2) A methodology for health care quality indicator data collection, analysis, distribution, and use.
(3) The inclusion of data concerning ethnicity and minority status, as allowed by the individuals about whom health care quality indicator data is collected.
(4) A methodology to provide for a case mix system or other scientific criteria to develop and adjust health quality indicators, including infection rates, that may be affected by risks and variables.
As added by P.L.95-2005, SEC.5.
Structure Indiana Code
Article 40. Other Reporting Requirements
Chapter 4. Health Care Quality Indicator Data Program
16-40-4-1. "Health Care Quality Indicator Data"
16-40-4-2. "Health Coverage Provider"
16-40-4-4. Development of Program Plan
16-40-4-5. Authorization to Develop and Implement Program
16-40-4-6. Compliance With Data Collection Requirements
16-40-4-7. Confidentiality of Information
16-40-4-8. Confidentiality of Financial Information
16-40-4-10. Records Confidential Under Chapter Remain Confidential After Chapter Expires