Delaware Health Information Network (DHIN) was the first live, statewide health information exchange in the nation.
DHIN, the nation's first statewide health information exchange, delivers more than 14 million results annually for more than 3 million patients in Delaware and beyond. Launched in 2007, today it serves all of Delaware’s acute care hospitals and nearly 100% of the state’s medical providers. More than 14 million clinical results and reports are delivered through DHIN each year. There are over three million unique patients with results on DHIN, including patients from all 50 states. DHIN shares real-time clinical information to improve patient outcomes, eliminate the duplication of services and reduce the cost of healthcare. In addition to its role as Delaware’s health information exchange, DHIN also powers the State’s Health Care Claims Database. The database collects healthcare claims, enrollment, and provider data from Medicare, Medicaid and the seven largest commercial health insurers in the State of Delaware, making it the single largest repository of claims data Delaware has ever had. The Delaware Health Information Network (DHIN) was enacted by the Delaware General Assembly in 1997 as a public-private partnership for the benefit of all citizens of Delaware to advance the creation of a statewide health information network and to address Delaware's needs for timely, reliable and relevant health care information.
04/07/2026
What happens after an ER visit for a traumatic brain injury?
That’s the question DHIN and the State Council for Persons with Disabilities worked together to answer.
By linking clinical and claims data, we help uncover patterns in care, identify disparities and support more informed decision-making for patients with TBIs.
Behind the work we do at DHIN are people who think deeply about how to make healthcare better.
Here’s some insight from Ben Sharp, Senior Technical Business Analyst at DHIN:
"Healthcare has never been simple, but today, it’s more complex than ever.
That’s where connected data makes a difference. When providers can see a clearer picture, they can make more informed decisions, reduce uncertainty and improve care.
It may seem like a small piece of the puzzle, but access to timely, reliable data can have a meaningful impact on both providers and the patients they serve.
At DHIN, we focus on simplifying complexity so healthcare works better for everyone in Delaware."
03/30/2026
Great care starts with great clinicians, and the information that supports them.
This Doctors’ Day, we celebrate the physicians across Delaware whose expertise and compassion drive better outcomes for patients every day.
At DHIN, we’re proud to play a role in supporting that work by helping ensure timely, connected health information is available when it matters most.
Thank you to all the doctors who continue to make a difference in the health of our communities.
03/27/2026
Have you ever contacted the DHIN Service Desk for a password reset? Or needed help finding information for a patient?
There’s a good chance you’ve worked with Nikos.
As a member of the DHIN Service Desk team, Nikos helps make it easy for users to get back on track—whether that means resolving access issues, navigating the Community Health Record, or tracking down the information they need to deliver care with confidence.
Behind every quick resolution is a commitment to responsiveness, problem-solving, and making sure our users feel supported every step of the way.
Thank you, Nikos, for the important role you play in keeping healthcare connected across Delaware!
03/24/2026
Instead of contacting individual facilities to obtain patient results, DHIN customers can use the CHR to search for their patients and then view, print or download their results. This allows our customers to make informed decisions about their patients and provide them with the best possible care outcomes.
03/19/2026
Building connections that strengthen Delaware’s healthcare ecosystem!
DHIN BRM Dana Roomet joined Delaware Bio's BioBreakfast today to engage with leaders across the life sciences community and stay informed on the latest research and innovations impacting patient care.
03/16/2026
Some great insights from Dr. Gurpreet Kaur, Senior Healthcare Research Analyst at DHIN:
Using Data to Understand Traumatic Brain Injury
In recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Month, the Delaware Health Information Network highlights the role of health data in improving our understanding of traumatic brain injury. Through the analysis of claims data, DHIN research efforts have examined how individuals with traumatic brain injuries interact with the healthcare system — from emergency care to follow-up treatment.
Using claims data analytics, DHIN conducted research to better understand patterns of traumatic brain injury across the healthcare system. By analyzing claims data, the study was able to:
Identify trends in healthcare utilization following traumatic brain injury.
Understand patterns of emergency visits, hospitalizations, and follow-up care.
Support insights into care coordination and long-term health outcomes.
Identify areas where targeted population health strategies can support better outcomes.
Health data provides a powerful tool for advancing research and supporting evidence-based healthcare decisions that ultimately benefit patients and communities. During Brain Injury Awareness Month, we recognize the importance of research, data, and collaboration in improving outcomes for individuals affected by brain injury.
03/12/2026
The DHIN team had a great time connecting with healthcare and technology leaders at HIMSS 2026. Events like this help drive conversations around innovation, interoperability, and the future of data-driven healthcare.
03/10/2026
First State. First Statewide HIE.
Innovation has always been part of Delaware’s story.
03/08/2026
Happy International Women’s Day!
Today we’re celebrating the amazing women of DHIN and the impact they make every day through their leadership, expertise, and dedication.
Thank you for everything you do.
03/04/2026
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Starting an exercise routine doesn’t guarantee you’ll lose weight, but exercise can be helpful in meeting weight loss or maintenance goals. Here's what works best.
03/03/2026
Want to build strength and prevent injury? Experts break down how to incorporate strength training into your routine while avoiding injuries here:
Building strength later in life starts with exercises that use your body weight. Doing so lets you see how your body moves and responds and where limitations exist.
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DHIN creates efficiencies for doctors, patients, practices, and those who send them clinical information.
It eliminates the need for slower and more expensive delivery methods. Most importantly, DHIN improves patient care, enhances patient privacy, and improves practice efficiency.
Delaware Health Information Network’s roots reach back to 1997 when the Delaware General Assembly enacted the organization as a public/private partnership. The objective was, and remains today, to advance the creation of a statewide health information network that addresses our state’s needs for timely, reliable and relevant health care information.
In 2007, DHIN “went live” – meaning it became the first operational statewide health information exchange in the nation. During the past ten years, DHIN has developed a consistent track record for the safe and secure delivery of clinical results (lab and pathology), reports (both radiology and transcribed), and face sheets (hospital admission, discharge, and transfer data, including demographic and billing information).
Members of DHIN have access to:
A searchable patient clinical history (including medications), available to authorized DHIN users on a “need-to-know” basis
A web-based portal for those without an electronic health record (EHR), including auto-print functionality for paper charting
A direct interface into the EHR with patient record-matching, for those providers with DHIN-certified EHRs
DHIN saves time, improves patient care, and saves lives.