Community Information Exchange (CIE)
Washington Community Information Exchange (WA CIE) is a legal framework and technical infrastructure that enables trusted information sharing across participating health and social services organizations.
It will connect and supplement existing health information systems across the state rather than replace them. This will allow those who deliver health-related social needs (HRSN) services, provide care coordination, or administer health care programs to better coordinate services. It will also help individuals gain better access to the services and supports they need to improve their health.
Next Virtual Public Input Walk-In: Thursday, October 22 from noon–1 p.m.
About WA CIE
WA CIE is a statewide interoperability and care coordination infrastructure that connects the diverse systems and networks used by Community Care Hubs, Tribal partners, community-based organizations, health systems, managed care organizations, and state agencies. It will strengthen the health information systems that organizations use today with key infrastructure capabilities, including:
- Care coordination
- Client identity management
- Client records
- Consent management
- Identity and access management
- Interoperability
- Referral management
- Reporting and analytics
- Resource directory
These shared services will reduce administrative burden, promote equity, and provide consistent, meaningful care coordination across Washington.
WA CIE is about enabling trusted, purpose-driven data sharing that preserves local autonomy while strengthening cross-organization and statewide collaboration. It is not intended to centralize all work, mandate a single technology, or replace the value of personal connections and relationship building. Organizations that prefer to keep their current systems can connect to WA CIE and securely collaborate with other connected organizations.
This reliable statewide foundation will allow participants to focus on serving individuals and communities rather than managing workarounds and manually stitching systems together.
Vision and mission
The WA CIE vision and mission define the core purpose of the program. They clarify our aspirations for its impact within the state and help guide our efforts as we work together to build the technology and governance structure.
Vision: Washingtonians experience trustworthy, integrated health and social services that support individual, family, and community well-being.
Mission: To build purposeful connections across health and social services through trusted information sharing that enables comprehensive, inclusive care coordination.
Funding
WA CIE is funded by the Medicaid Transformation Project (MTP 2.0) through an appropriation to HCA by the Washington State Legislature in 2024.
More information
Please see the WA CIE frequently asked questions (FAQ) for answers to common questions about WA CIE, including its purpose, implementation plan, participation opportunities, and governance structure.
Read the WA CIE Concept of Operations (ConOps), for a high-level overview of how WA CIE will support coordination of health and social services delivery. The ConOps serves as a blueprint that guides the approach, requirements, and design for the technology infrastructure needed to effectively support communities across the state.
Vendor partner request for proposal
As the Lead Organization for WA CIE, Comagine Health is seeking a vendor partner or vendor partners to design, implement, and support WA CIE’s foundational capabilities. Comagine seeks proposals from qualified offerors to develop and implement an interoperable, configurable, scalable, secure, equity- and user-centered platform.
Comagine is managing the request for proposal (RFP) for the technology platform. HCA is not accepting proposals or administering this solicitation. Any questions, submissions, complaints, or other communications should be directed to Comagine. HCA does not endorse any prospective bidder.
Visit the Comagine Health website for more information on the RFP and vendor selection.
We want to connect with you!
Let us know if you have questions, comments, or ideas for activities to engage with communities across Washington about WA CIE. Please send us an email or send a message through the WA CIE Public Input Box.
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Additionally, the WA CIE team is available to speak to organizations, professional associations, community groups, and others about WA CIE. Please send us an email to get started.
Get involved with WA CIE
Between March and June 2026, the WA CIE team gathered input from communities across the state on what trusted information sharing looks like, what the current barriers to coordinating care are, and what the path forward should be. Read Co-Designing Washington Community Information Exchange: Key Insights From User Research for a report of what we've learned from our key informant interviews, focus groups, and human-centered design workshops.
Virtual Public Input Walk-Ins
Join a Virtual Public Input Walk-In every other month to connect with WA CIE team members. Bring your questions and feedback, or just listen in. Drop in any time—no need to register.
Next event
- Thursday, October 22 from noon–1 p.m. (Theme: Sustainability)
Webinars
Our webinars are an opportunity to find out about recent activities, current happenings, and what’s coming next. Sign up for the WA CIE mailing list to receive reminders and information about future events. You can watch previous presentations or download the slides below.
- Past webinars
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Date Event Related materials August 12, 2026 Approaching the First Stop: Initial Release of WA CIE March 18, 2026 WA CIE kickoff webinar
WA CIE newsletter
The WA CIE newsletter offers regular updates on progress, and information on how to get involved and make your voice heard. Subscribe today!
- Past newsletters
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Date Newsletter August 27, 2026 June 30, 2026 May 13, 2026
April 7, 2026
Governance
WA CIE advisory bodies are made up of community members across the state representing diverse sectors, organization types, geographic areas, and populations served. Read the WA CIE Program Governance Structure for detailed information about WA CIE's governance framework and design.
Interim Policy Workgroup (IPW)
The IPW is shaping the policies and procedures needed to launch WA CIE in 2027. Members have volunteered their time from August 2026–August 2027. They will play a meaningful role in building an equitable, community-led infrastructure for Washington.
- IPW members
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Name Title Organization Jessica Beach Director, Health Equity and Cultural Competency Molina Healthcare of Washington, Inc. Jennifer Brackeen Senior Director, Government Affairs Washington State Hospital Association Serena Carlson Chief Information Officer Comprehensive Healthcare Mo Chatta Program Director AZISWA Case Management Services Meghan Cichy Policy and Legislative Relations Director, Center for Access to Whole Person Care Washington State Department of Health Ellen Clewett Privacy and Security Officer Chicago Regionwide Community Information Exchange Daina Flood Executive Director The Nurtured Nest: Trauma Sensitive Doula Care, LLC Sherryl Grey Director of Community Health Services International Community Health Services (ICHS) Sarah Huling Chief Executive Officer Triple S Consultants, LLC Aubrey Jones N/A Lived/living experience Alana Kalinowski WA CIE Governance and Interoperability Manager 211 CIE San Diego in partnership with Comagine Health Eli Kern Senior Epidemiologist Public Health – Seattle & King County Sam Mendez Privacy Officer Washington State Health Care Authority Gena Morgan Executive Director Elevate Health Emily Nudelman Director of Implementation and Outreach Bree Collaborative/Foundation for Health Care Quality Dan Renfroe WA CIE Program Manager Washington State Health Care Authority Tori Scholl WA CIE Operations Manager Comagine Health Kate Weller Chief Medical Officer North Olympic Healthcare Network Nicole Willis Chief Operations Officer North Sound Accountable Community of Health
Past advisory groups
The WA CIE Interim Advisory Committee and Interim Technical Advisory (IDATA) Workgroup convened in early 2026, and wrapped up their work in September 2026. We extend our gratitude to the individuals and their organizations for making the time to engage in this important work.
WA CIE resources
- WA CIE Program Governance Structure (August 2026)
- WA CIE Concept of Operations (August 2026)
- Co-Designing WA CIE: Key Insights From User Research (August 2026)
- WA CIE FAQ (July 2026)
- CIE Community Engagement Plan (July 2026)
- CIE landscape in Washington (September 2022)
- CIE strategic options report (September 2022)
- CIE planning strategy update slide deck (October 2022)