Bill > SB411

This bill amends the Stroke System of Care Act to establish a Statewide stroke registry and make several related changes. The bill adds a definition for "thrombectomy-capable stroke center," which is a medical facility designated by the Joint Commission or a CMS-authorized organization. It requires the Department of Health to create and maintain a publicly accessible online stroke registry that includes data and information about stroke care in Pennsylvania, using consensus metrics from a nationally recognized, evidence-based organization. Starting January 1, 2026, comprehensive stroke centers, thrombectomy-capable stroke centers, primary stroke centers, and acute stroke-ready hospitals must submit stroke care data to the department on a biannual basis. The department is authorized to contract with a national organization to manage the registry data and can enter into data-sharing agreements with other states. Importantly, the bill stipulates that any submitted data must not contain confidential or personally identifiable information, and the registry is designed to support quality improvement and tracking of stroke care across the state. The bill also makes a minor editorial change to the reporting requirements, updating committee names and clarifying the biennial reporting process. The legislation will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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