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Meeting Date:	09/26/2016
VTP and Accucare Contract FY 2016-2017
Submitted for:	Margarita Herrera	Submitted By:	Margarita Herrera
Department:	406th District Court

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to authorize a renewal for fiscal year 2016-2017 (September 30, 2016 - September 29, 2017) Orion Healthcare Technology, Inc. contract agreement for an Electronic Healthcare Records System (EHR) in the total amount of three thousand six hundred and fifty four dollars ($3,654.00) over the term of the agreement and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. There is no impact to the general fund. [Grant Account #353-1004-6022]

Issue: SAMHSA grants require the use of an Electronic Healthcare Records System (EHR) as a type of infrastructure development necessary to support the direct service expansion.

Solution: Orion Healthcare Technology is a full record system which includes screenings and assessments tools, treatment plans, progress noting and complete managed care system for co-occurring and substance abuse disorders.

Result: Purchasing the EHR will keep the program in compliance with grant requirements. Utilizing this tool will also create a seamless referral process to other Behavioral and/or Healthcare agencies.

Background:

This contract is from the grant application from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration Services (SAMHSA) Grant No. 1H79TI026702-01

Previous Court Action:

The Webb County Commissioner's Court approved and authorized the establishment of a Drug Court Program, specifically, the Veterans Treatment Program and designated the 406th Judicial District Court as one of the courts authorized to implement the program.

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	353-1004-6022
Funding Source:	353
Balance:	$4,500.00
Financial Impact:
Orion Healthcare Technologies $3,654.00

Attachments
Orion "Accucare" Contract
Addend. Service Agrmt. - Orion - Executed