For Policymakers

The SHIN-NY represents one of the most comprehensive statewide health information exchange networks in the nation.

Depiction of networked connections in the shape of New York state.

For Policymakers, the SHIN-NY Provides:

Statewide health data infrastructure

A unified network connecting all hospitals and thousands of healthcare organizations, enabling data-driven policy and program design.

Public health capability

Real-time surveillance, disease tracking, and emergency response capacity powered by comprehensive statewide data.

Medicaid and waiver support

Data infrastructure supporting the 1115 Waiver, health-related social needs initiatives, and value-based care transformation.

Federal alignment

Interoperability with national frameworks, including TEFCA, supporting New York’s compliance with evolving federal health IT requirements.

Impact evidence

Measurable outcomes demonstrating the value of health information exchange for care quality, cost reduction, and health equity.

Learn More

Explore the SHIN-NY’s impact, governance, approved data use cases, and published reports to better understand how the network operates and supports health policy and program outcomes across New York State.