The integration between state repositories and CARES involves a structured process that utilizes several technical components to ensure secure and standardized data exchange. Data flows from the state repository vendor to CARES using a standardized NEMSIS 3 web service.

NEMSIS 3 Web Service

At the core of this integration is the NEMSIS (National Emergency Medical Services Information System) 3 web service. This standardized framework enables the systematic collection and exchange of EMS data across different systems.

SOAP Protocol

The communication between state repositories and CARES uses SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol) as the messaging protocol.

Authentication and Security

Secure access to the web service requires proper credentials and security measures.

Schematron Validation

Schematron is used to validate the data being transferred, ensuring it meets required standards.