LAC 48:V.15123. Guide—Data Submittal Specifications

A. Currently, data may be submitted by modem (the preferred method), PC diskette, CD-ROM, magnetic tape (reel), or electronic media to be determined by OPH. Additional media or modes of transfer will be announced by OPH as they become available. Data submittals not in compliance with transfer media or format specifications will be rejected unless approval is obtained prior to the scheduled due date from the Center for Health Statistics. Media labeling and data submittal specification updates will be posted on the OPH Web page. 1. Transfer. Data submittal standards shall encourage the use of electronic transfer of database files (structure to be provided by OPH) or structured ASCII files via telecommunications. Editing of data prior to submittal is encouraged and assistance from OPH will be provided. 2. Address for Data Submittal: Center for Health Statistics, Louisiana Office of Public Health, 325 Loyola Avenue, Suite 503, New Orleans, La 70112; or: LAHIDD@dhhmail.dhh.state.la.us.