Alaska Statutes Sec. 18.23.305 - Department; Duties

In carrying out its duties under AS 18.23.300 , the department shall

(1) in accordance with federal recommendations, determine the manner in which the system is developed and operated;

(2) provide oversight and technical assistance needed for planning and implementing the system;

(3) authorize and facilitate applications for available federal funding for planning and implementing the system;

(4) ensure compliance with applicable federal and state health information policies and standards;

(5) ensure compliance with federal and state law and standards that safeguard the privacy and security of health information;

(6) ensure that the health information exchange system becomes self-sustaining through a combination of user fees and other private and public funding sources.

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