DATA MANAGEMENT AND INFORMATION SHARING

(a) The department shall determine the feasibility of implementing an integrated electronic case management system for community-based care provided under the pilot program that: (1) allows for real-time case management; (2) facilitates coordination among service providers; and (3) supports outcome tracking and reporting. (b) Regardless of whether the department implements an integrated electronic case management system, the department shall: (1) provide to the lead entity technical support and access to data as necessary to facilitate implementation of a data management system for effective case management and service coordination; (2) ensure secure and efficient information sharing with stakeholders; and (3) support outcome tracking and reporting through existing or modified systems. (c) The department shall establish protocols related to any data management and information-sharing systems used for the pilot program to ensure: (1) privacy and security of data; and (2) the efficient sharing of information.