Submit interRAI assessment data
Here’s what you need to know about submitting interRAI assessment data to CIHI.
Understand everyone’s role
Explore different roles and responsibilities for submitting assessment data across interRAI, CIHI, software vendors and organizations.
Review business practices
Considerations related to changes in business practices for interRAI and IRRS.
Establish a data flow model
Organizations need to work with their government ministry or health authority to establish the process for how their data will flow to CIHI.
Sign agreement
All organizations need to sign a CIHI services agreement, which outlines the terms and conditions for accessing and using reports.
Submit to IRRS
Considerations and guidance related to submitting the initial assessment into IRRS using system registration and facility or agency identifiers.
Ensure data quality
Ensure data quality before and after data submission to CIHI by auditing the assessment, checking the submission file and reviewing CIHI submission reports.
How CIHI can help
- CIHI helps inform implementing jurisdictions of business requirements for data collection and submission.
- CIHI provides education and training on submitting interRAI data.
- CIHI can help you create a CIHI profile and request access to services.
- CIHI client service experts provide ongoing support to help organizations submit data, troubleshooting as needed.
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How to cite:
Canadian Institute for Health Information. Submit interRAI assessment data. Accessed April 25, 2025.
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