Planning of the Data Modernization Initiative project (2023)

Updated: June 14, 2023

Public health depends on rapid and universal access to data on which to make decisions. ObjectiveData Modernization Initiative(DMI) is about moving from isolated public health data systems to a connected, resilient, adaptive, and sustainable “responsiveness-ready” data ecosystem that can help us solve problems before they arise and limit the damage to society. .

Modernization is not only about epidemics and pandemics. Better data on non-communicable diseases and conditions - birth defects, cancer, opioids, suicide and more - is essential for the well-being of all people.

To address these challenges, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is working to:

Customize your internal structure to support systems and data modernization,
Assess the current state and vulnerabilities of your data ecosystem i
Develop a plan to address existing vulnerabilities

By DMI

history and background

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) works with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington State, ensuring equality and optimal health for all. However, chronic underfunding prevents the state from keeping pace with technology. The Agency operates around 50 monitoring data systems, each developed independently over many years, mainly in response to regulatory funding requirements. This has led to data structures, data formats, data standards, outdated system processes, and duplicate protocols.

Collaboration and innovation

OData and Systems Modernization Centerwe create and develop partnerships with people who have worked with the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) in the past, and with newer organizations that are just getting involved, so that the healthcare ecosystem can harness the power of our collaborative efforts to improve care health can benefit. health. Our shared commitment to health and well-being is the basis for future collaboration.

We will do this by working closely with state, local, tribal and territory partners to provide transparency, address political challenges and resolve issues together.

financing

In August 2021, the CDC awarded $200 million under the CARES Act to be distributed to eligible state, territory and local public jurisdictions to build core data processing capabilities, accelerate electronic case reporting, and modernize key statistical systems.

Congress will spend $100 million in fiscal year 2022 to upgrade public health data and analytics infrastructure at the CDC and state and local health departments.

FY21 Fact Sheet - PDHMI (cdc.gov)

equality and justice

OData and Systems Modernization Centerwill demonstrate the agency's commitment to changing community health while addressing the health inequalities that this pandemic has exposed. By ensuring that the principles of honesty, impartiality and fairness are embedded in our operations, we will seek effective and measurable solutions to the often complex and historically rooted issues that impede equitable access to healthcare and healthcare.

Awaited results

Significant investment in modernizing our disease surveillance and health information systems will create a public health community that deploys timely, relevant, and actionable data and intelligence to meet mission objectives and achieve long-term outcomes as determined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (CDC). INDMI action plan and expected results.

Public health can quickly identify and effectively mitigate emerging risks
Reliable data promotes evidence-based behaviors, interventions and solutions to protect health
Every American has the opportunity to achieve the highest possible level of health.
All people have the right information at the right time to make decisions
Our country is better prepared and protected against all kinds of public health threats

glossary and acronyms

Acronym	Definition
APHL	Association of Public Health Laboratories
MIRA	APHL Computer Reporting Services
GIVE WAY TO	Cloud environment for data analysis and reporting
DMLC	A learning community for data modernization
DMI	Data Modernization Initiative
DSTT	Data analytics training team
eCR	Electronic case report
EPD	Electronic medical records
eICR	Electronic Initial Case Reports
MER	Epidemiological intelligence
ELR	Business Lab Report
Epi-help	Epidemiological assistance
FOR	Electronic order of tests and results
FPHS	Basic public health services
HL7	Health level seventh international
information tools	IT support
LHJ	Local Healthcare Jurisdiction
LIMS	Laboratory information management system
MOOC	Open and extensive online courses
MPI	MasterPersoons index
NBS	Newborn screening
NCHS	National Center for Health Statistics
NNDSS	National surveillance system for notifiable diseases
NVSS	National Traffic Statistics System
OIT	Office of Innovation and Technology
OSP	Strategic Partnership Office
PHF	Public Health Foundation
PHL	Public Health Laboratory
RKKMS	Knowledge management system on reportable conditions
was riding a pet	Electronic data collection study
RR	Reporting answers
INTELLIGENT	Specific, measurable, acceptable, relevant and time-bound
SIGHT	Technical Support
DQA	Staff development
WSALPHO	Washington State Association of Local Public Health Officials

Timeline

Observation:As with many projects, schedules are estimates and are subject to change due to unforeseen changes.

completed milestones	Facts
First cloud migration completed	March 2020
Start of the Master Person Index (MPI) project.	January 2021
The CEDAR project has started	January 2021
Implementation of the Master Person Index (MPI) matching function for WDRS	February 2022
Data Modernization Initiative (DMI) gap analysis completed.	April 2022
Establishment of a data and IT modernization center	July 2022
Start pilot training on data and system personnel	August 2022

Current DMI projects

Projects

Data visualization:He focuses on creating data visualization products and tips for interactive dashboards. The aim is to make them more inclusive and understandable to a diverse audience.

Data management:The enterprise data management team will work with public health leaders to define and maintain data sharing practices that maximize the value of public health data for public health purposes and streamline processes to enhance data sharing.

Data democratization:This team is working to identify and address data-sharing bottlenecks and provide guidance to help the agency communicate data in a way that is easily understood by the public, which is often not a scientist.

Electronic Case Report (eCR):The electronic case report automatically and securely transmits case report information from individual electronic health records to the Department of Health, eliminating the need for manual submission. By providing more complete and accurate data in near real-time, eCRs improve clinical care, support outbreak management, monitor disease trends and reduce the burden on healthcare providers.

DMI Workforce Development website (pilot project):OPublic Health Data Science CenterThe site went live on April 16, 2023. It provides free training, tools and resources to support public health professionals in the process of changing data systems and helps build knowledge across the system.

Wolk 2.0:To streamline support across the enterprise, Cloud 2.0 will be restructuring the DOH Cloud Data Center, which was originally deployed due to the Covid-19 emergency. New features in cloud services that are in demand include sandboxing capabilities, a remote partner landing zone, and basic public health infrastructure.

Champion Index:Our first MPI implementation automates the deduplication of multiple copies of the same lab record for one person. Before implementing this operational MPI solution, as many as 24 employees had to manually process duplicate records. We have exciting plans for new MPI use cases as building blocks of our DOH public health data system, and we look forward to sharing more information as it develops.

Enterprise-GIS:The new enterprise geographic information system (GIS) is a centralized, intelligent and integrated system that combines spatial information to help us understand the complexity, connections and patterns in a specific geographic location. In January 2023, DOH will launch the Enterprise GIS GeoHUB platform. Users can find training, locate and use reliable geospatial data, browse web apps and dashboards, and create their own GIS maps. The goal is to help programs use this adaptive technology to tell their own stories and make data-driven decisions.

news and updates

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Local health authorities can send e-mailsLHJEngage@doh.wa.govto contact Julie Hollenbeck, Senior Local Public Health Officer or Laura Blaske, Senior Director of Strategic Engagement and Planning. Tribal health partners can contact usDOHTribalRelations@doh.wa.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is public health data modernization important?

The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for a modernized and rapidly evolving public health data infrastructure. When human lives are at stake, connected and integrated data helps public health connect the pieces faster and take action to protect health. Years of underinvestment in public health have resulted in isolated, outdated and incompatible systems, and in delays and incomplete data. One consequence is that many places in America are not well endowed with health care. We must use the lessons learned to create systems that will help us respond to communicable and non-communicable threats and improve the health of all people.

Why is data modernization important?

We need state, local and federal public health to have quick access to actionable data.

Data influences public health decisions. The data provided by public health is critical not only to the response to Covid-19, but also to addressing and addressing the full spectrum of health challenges facing our nation. However, due to years of underinvestment in our data, many places in Washington State still lack public health staff. We are at a critical turning point - a practical moment where we need to change the way we collect, use and share data at the local, state and national levels.

What is the federal government doing to help modernize public health data?

We will start with the first congressional support focused specifically on data modernization. At the national level, the CDC standardizes its data and supports policies that facilitate data sharing.
In Washington State, we work closely with partners in the healthcare industry, including healthcare providers, hospitals and other private sector entities, to ensure that the solutions we develop incorporate input and feedback from our partners. We also work with innovation partners from academia and research to support our work.

How does DMI support health equity in our state?

DMI focuses on the potential of data to enable effective decision-making at the local level and generate positive health outcomes, not only in terms of preventing disease but also creating well-being. We strive to gather evidence using truthful and transparent methods, and listen to our partners and communities every step of the way.Recommendations of the National Commission for the Transformation of Public Health Data Systems - RWJF

Who will influence data modernization projects?

The data upgrade will affect all entities providing monitoring data to the Washington State Department of Health, including hospitals, laboratories, healthcare providers, local healthcare jurisdictions, medical examiners, medical examiners, schools, colleges, clinics, healthcare providers , pharmacies. and some social organizations.

Partner resources

websites

Plans, summaries and reports

Public Health Modernization in Washington State (PDF)
Gap Analysis Summary (PDF)
DOH DMI Five Year Plan Summary (PDF)
DMI 2021 Snapshot: Building Strong Foundations. CDC Data Modernization Initiative
DMI Strategic Implementation Plan (cdc.gov)
Agenda for Transformation: A Vision for Health in Washington State (2022-2024) | Washington State Department of Health
Public health surveillance: preparing for the future
2022 Federal Priority Report (chcoc.gov)
Modernize for new and complex threats (cdc.gov)

brochures

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