Standards Development Organization Support for the State All-Payer Claims Database Common Data Layout

This document is about IHE USA expressing its support for the State All Payer Claims Database (APCD) Advisory Committee's efforts to develop a Common Data Layout for APCDs. IHE USA is a not-for-profit organization focused on improving healthcare through the adoption of standards and interoperability. They argue that a standardized approach to APCD data collection and submission will improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance data quality to support key initiatives like transparency, research, and benchmarking. IHE USA offers to collaborate with the Committee on areas of shared interest related to this effort.