CHFS Program Support Agencies
Let’s take a look at CHFS Support Agencies in more detail.
Please also refer to the CHFS website for additional information.
Kentucky Health Information Exchange (KHIE)
A health information system that provides interoperability and secured health information exchange between physicians, hospitals, and laboratories across the state.
Office of Application Technology Services (OATS)
Provides development and maintenance of cabinet systems related to eligibility, Medicaid, social support services, and strategic services.
Office of Finance and Budget (OFB)
Provides central review and oversight of the $14 billion CHFS annual budget. OFB provides coordination, support, independent review and analysis to CHFS agencies on behalf of the Secretary’s Office. OFB also provides financial analysis to CHFS leadership and serves as the communication link between various Cabinet financial management groups, the Governor’s Office, State Budget Director’s Office, legislators and the Legislative Research Commission.
Office of Human Resource Management
Administers internal personnel programs including payroll, EEO investigations, disciplinary procedures, ADA compliance, oversight of the Limited English Proficiency program, exit interviews, satisfaction surveys, and hiring new employees.
Office of Inspector General
Regulates health care and child care facilities statewide and also performs audits and investigations related to abuse of CHFS related programs.
Office of Legal Services
Provides legal advice and assistance to all units of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
Office of Public Affairs
The Office of Public Affairs provides information about programs, services, and other matters related to the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to the media, members of the public, and employees. The office also develops news releases and other materials, including the CHFS Community newsletter and podcast.