Chesapeake Regional Information System for our Patients
Chesapeake Regional Information System for our Patients (CRISP) is the State Designated Health Information Exchange (HIE) and Health Data Utility (HDU) for Maryland, facilitating the electronic transfer of clinical information and offering various tools to improve patient care.
Services
CRISP, the State Designated Health Information Exchange (HIE) and Health Data Utility (HDU) for Maryland, offers a range of essential services. These include the CRISP Portal, CRISP Reporting Services (CRS), and the HIE InContext App. CRISP facilitates the electronic transfer of clinical information between disparate health information systems. Additionally, CRISP provides tools for Medicaid Redetermination to assist providers with Medicaid eligibility reviews and offers guidance on viewing COVID-19 test results, post-acute capacity data submissions, and other COVID-19 resources. The organization also provides secure access to comprehensive health care data and related analytics tools, enhancing patient care across Maryland and the District of Columbia.
Products
CRISP's product suite includes several key applications and tools designed to support healthcare organizations. The CRISP Portal allows access to secure health data, while the CRISP Reporting Services (CRS) Portal offers analytics on readmission rates, potentially avoidable utilization, and more. The HIE InContext App facilitates seamless integration with existing health information systems. Other products include the Consent Tool for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) data sharing, the Image Exchange service for centralized viewing of diagnostic images, and the Patient Snapshot for a consolidated view of critical patient information. The Transfer-to-PACS feature and the Emergent feature further enhance data accessibility and sharing.
Health Information Exchange (HIE) Technology
CRISP's Health Information Exchange (HIE) technology encompasses secure, cloud-based platforms that function as complete ecosystems of patient data. The Encounter Notification Service (ENS) provides real-time alerts for patient hospital encounters, enhancing care coordination. The Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) tools include assessments, conditions, and referral history, enabling comprehensive patient care. CRISP's platforms are designed to ensure data security and privacy, while the HIE Admin Tool allows administrators to manage user accounts efficiently. CRISP's HIE systems integrate various data sources to support healthcare organizations in delivering effective patient care.
Designations and Service Area
CRISP is formally designated as Maryland's statewide health information exchange by the Maryland Health Care Commission. It serves healthcare providers across Maryland and the District of Columbia. As a State Designated Health Information Exchange (HIE) and Health Data Utility (HDU), CRISP plays a critical role in improving healthcare data accessibility and care coordination within these regions. The organization’s services and tools support a wide array of healthcare practices by facilitating the secure and efficient sharing of clinical information across disparate health systems.
Research Initiatives
CRISP engages in various research programs aimed at advancing the healthcare information sharing industry. These initiatives focus on leveraging health data to improve patient care and operational efficiencies within healthcare organizations. By participating in research, CRISP aims to innovate and enhance the effectiveness of health information exchanges, ultimately contributing to the betterment of public health outcomes. Detailed insights from CRISP’s research efforts support informed decision-making processes and the development of new tools and technologies in health information management.