1. Presented to Department of Information Technology September 23, 2009
New Mexico Department of Health
Developmental Disabilities Supports Division
Health Assessment Tool
Presented to Department of Information Technology
September 23, 2009

2. Project Overview Introduction
New Mexico Department of Health
Developmental Disabilities Supports Division
Health Assessment Tool
Project Overview
Introduction
The Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD) requests Certification for Planning Phase for the project to implement an electronic health assessment tool.
Overview
Replace paper-based tool with electronic version.
Improve provider accessibility, quality and tracking abilities.
Expand tracking for client services.
Improve and expand reporting and data analysis capabilities.
Compliance with Court ordered activities and HIPAA.
Procurement via RFP process

3. Financial Overview Funds requested for this certification: $15,000
New Mexico Department of Health
Developmental Disabilities Supports Division
Health Assessment Tool
Financial Overview
Funds requested for this certification: $15,000
Project Phase Certification Request: Planning
Total project budget: $150,000
Previously Certified: $75,000
Total appropriated to date: $ 150,000
Estimated Project End Date: July 2010

4. Proposed Project Timeline
New Mexico Department of Health
Developmental Disabilities Supports Division
Health Assessment Tool
Proposed Project Timeline

5. New Mexico Department of Health
Developmental Disabilities Supports Division
Health Assessment Tool
Conclusion
Implementation of an electronic health assessment tool will offer the following benefits:
Ability to track health-related data by client.
Ability to track data by location.
Real-time data analysis.
Assignment of health care levels based on quantifiable criteria.
Ability to produce reports on health risks, levels of care and trend analysis.

6. Questions? New Mexico Department of Health
Developmental Disabilities Supports Division
Health Assessment Tool
Questions?