K.S.A. 65-6831: Same; process established for approval and investigation of HIOs.

The department shall establish and implement:

(a) A process by which a health information organization may apply for and receive a certificate of authority issued by the department by demonstrating compliance with the standards promulgated by the department pursuant to K.S.A. 65-6830, and amendments thereto;

(b) a process by which an approved health information organization shall be re-approved on appropriate intervals by demonstrating continued compliance with the standards promulgated by the department pursuant to K.S.A. 65-6830, and amendments thereto; and

(c) a process for the investigation of reported concerns and complaints regarding an approved health information organization and imposition of appropriate remedial and proactive measures to address any identified deficiencies.