About
Health information technology, when done right, has the power to transform the delivery of health care and improve patient outcomes, from the point of care to the community level to the global level. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to enable health care providers to access, manage, and use medical data to inform and optimize patient outcomes at every point along the continuum of care.
Through our seamless, streamlined, and smart Communication Suite, providers can share records of disparate EMRs, improve workflow, and increase efficiencies – all while meeting privacy standards.
Centralis Health, formerly HIE Networks, delivers unparalleled support and service. Our Communication Suite was named a Top 10 Workflow Solution Provider by CIO Applications for its unique ability to provide customers with innovative software solutions, workflow improvements, and the highest compliance security and standards.
Beyond our Communication Suite, we provide expertise in workflow process reengineering, interoperability achievement, data harmonization, and population health management.
The Centralis Health team has been delivering health care technology solutions for over a decade. Behind the technology is a team of bold and passionate individuals who care deeply about our customers' success and are dedicated to creating a better health care experience for everyone.
Our History
2005
Our roots began when vascular surgeon Dr. Dan Kaelin and technology entrepreneur Allen Byington started the nonprofit Big Bend Regional Health Information Organization (BBRHIO), a first-of-its-kind health resource and secure patient record-sharing service providing software platforms that connected medical offices and facilities. Under their leadership, BBRHIO quickly became known as the largest and most successful Regional Health Information Organization (RHIO) for its delivery of safer, more cost-effective health care.
2010
Together, Byington and Dr. Kealin worked diligently to lay the foundation for successful Health Information Exchange (HIE) participation and implementation within the community. After five years of successfully sharing hundreds of thousands of patient medical records, the organization shifted from nonprofit status and, in 2010, rebranded as HIE Networks, with a goal of expanding the availability of affordable, provider-driven HIEs throughout the U.S.
2021
Over the next decade, the company’s vision and offerings expanded, and in 2021 it became Centralis Health, a name that reflects its philosophy and long history of placing physicians, hospitals, and other providers at the center of everything they do. It remains one of the only original and successful RHIOs uniquely positioned to help communities design and implement an effective and sustainable HIE.
Today
Today, Centralis Health is enabling a world in which all patient health information is immediately and securely available to promote the highest possible health outcomes, providing a better healthcare experience for everyone.
Leadership
Allen Byington
Chief Executive Officer - Founder
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Allen Byington
Chief Executive Officer - Founder
Allen is a serial entrepreneur with business successes that include automotive, aircraft, communications, broadband technology, and health information technology and exchange. Allen was the visionary and driving force behind the creation and establishment of Big Bend Regional Healthcare Information Organization and the co‐architect of its health information exchange (HIE) technology infrastructure.
Allen, along with board-certified vascular surgeon Dr.Kaelin, established Centralis Health (formerly known as HIE Networks) to expand the availability of affordable, health care provider-driven HIE throughout the United States.
A tireless advocate, Allen donates his personal time and resources to support the expansion of HIE in Florida. He works collaboratively with the Florida Hospital Association and the Florida Medical Association to support their federal and state advocacy and has served as a pro bono advisor on health information policies for a number of other organizations.
Lawrence Dan Kaelin, MD
Chief Medical Officer - Founder
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Lawrence Dan Kaelin, MD
Chief Medical Officer - Founder
Dr. Kaelin has been a vascular surgeon in private practice with Vascular Surgery Associates in Tallahassee, Florida, since 1992. He received his medical degree in 1985 from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his internship and residency at the University of Florida College of Medicine. He was Chief Resident from 1990-91 and a Vascular Fellow in 1991-92. Dr. Kaelin has conducted research, written extensively, and made numerous professional presentations on a wide range of surgical topics. Dr. Kaelin was a Major in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1988 to 2001 and served as an Attending Vascular Surgeon at Walter Reed Army Hospital. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery, with added qualifications in Vascular Surgery.
Dr. Kaelin was a founding board member and Chair of the Big Bend Regional Healthcare Information Organization (Big Bend RHIO). He is a tireless champion in local and statewide initiatives to develop Health Information Exchanges (HIE) so individual EMR systems can share patient medical information. His aim is to ensure that clinicians remain involved in the decisions of health care IT as federal health care legislation unfolds.
Katie Bradley
Chief Operating Officer
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Katie Bradley
Chief Operating Officer
As Chief Operating Officer, Katie is responsible for helping hospitals and medical practitioners transition from their outdated and manual health care communications workflows and processes to embrace Centralis Health's innovative and cloud-based solutions. This includes transforming existing fax, internal communications, and referral management processes to achieve maximum efficiency, productivity, and cost savings. In addition, Katie leads efforts to encourage and engage greater community participation in health care exchanges between providers and hospitals.
Prior to joining Centralis Health in 2015, Katie served in a variety of administrative and operations roles in health care, including as Director of Operations for Digestive Disease Clinic in Tallahassee, FL. She graduated summa cum laude from Florida International University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Services Administration. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Scott Hall
Chief Information Officer
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Scott Hall
Chief Information Officer
As Chief Information Officer, Scott believes in a foundation of usability, stability and security. He leads the technical team in developing new, and exciting, applications that our participants use to better provide efficient and economic healthcare services to their patients. Scott and team work closely with our account success managers to ensure all new development aligns with the current needs of our participants in the healthcare industry. This includes, but is not limited to, both browser and desktop tools, automated services, and a scalable cloud-based architecture that is designed to be fault tolerant and prevent service interruptions.
Prior to joining Centralis Health in 2017, Scott has worked in a wide range of development and administrative roles, including McKesson and the Florida House of Representatives. He graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. His software career began there, writing code that was used in the radar warning receivers of F-16s and C-130s. In his free time, Scott enjoys hiking and playing with his dog.
Terri Glover
Account Success Manager
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Terri Glover
Account Success Manager
As an Account Success Manager, Terri is responsible for training and assisting Central Health users as they redesign their internal health care communication processes and workflows to increase reliability, efficiency, and security using Centralis Health's solution. Terri serves as a trusted and knowledgeable team member to address questions and problem-solve, all while providing exceptional customer service.
Prior to joining Centralis Health full-time in 2019, Terri managed the front desk at Centralis Health’s home office in Tallahassee, FL. Terri graduated from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, and she is a registered nurse in the state of Florida. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and home renovation projects.