MedicaidAdministrativeLow impact
CCO access to confidential information during discharge planning with OSH
Oregon Health Plan·OR · Psychiatry·Plan contract
Effective date
Dec 29, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Oregon Health Authority clarifies that Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs) can access confidential patient health information from Oregon State Hospital for discharge planning purposes without written patient consent, as both entities are HIPAA-covered entities with treatment relationships. This removes previous barriers to care coordination between OSH and CCOs during patient transitions.
Action Required
No direct action required for billing teams. This policy clarification affects information sharing protocols between Oregon State Hospital and CCOs for discharge planning, but does not change billing procedures, codes, or documentation requirements for medical practices.