The project, awarded to Oracle Health, seeks to integrate records from 24 inpatient psychiatric centers and over 300 outpatient programs.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $218 million initiative to develop a new electronic health record (EHR) system for the state’s mental health network.
Oracle Health has been awarded the project, which aims to unify records from 24 inpatient psychiatric centers and over 300 outpatient programs.
The new statewide EHR will replace multiple outdated legacy systems, some more than 20 years old, creating a single, integrated platform for patient data. This consolidation is expected to improve care continuity, support evidence-based clinical decisions, and boost treatment efficiency.
The system will enable seamless sharing of patient information across all facilities within the Office of Mental Health (OMH).
Dr. Ann Sullivan, OMH Commissioner, stated, “The new system will equip healthcare professionals with the necessary tools and resources to provide outstanding care across a variety of settings, from inpatient centers to outpatient programs.”
By consolidating records into a single platform, the system will enhance data accuracy, improve patient information security, and reduce administrative burdens. Streamlined workflows are expected to free up staff time, allowing more focus on direct patient care.
Governor Hochul highlighted the initiative’s significance, saying, “Health records are essential for guiding mental health treatment and ensuring individuals using our psychiatric centers and programs receive the highest quality care. Once complete, this new electronic health records system will greatly enhance the patient experience, increase efficiency, lower administrative workload, and enable clinicians to concentrate on delivering excellent care.”
The EHR will support around 12,000 users across the state and is scheduled for implementation within 29 months. It will handle both clinical and administrative tasks for a variety of services, including clinics, day treatment programs, and residential facilities.
This project marks a major advancement in modernizing New York’s mental health system, addressing long-standing issues in patient record management, and equipping clinicians with dependable tools to provide consistent care across diverse settings.
