How are you merging your data from different sources and complying with HIPAA restrictions?

I recently asked Jill Heins-Nesvold from the American Lung Association of Minnesota this question and she shared her experiences about merging data and complying with HIPAA restrictions.

How do you effectively identify partners/collaborators in order to get access to data/their data?

I asked Jill Heins-Nesvold from the American Lung Association of Minnesota for tips on how a program should identify partners and how to access their data: 

The Asthma Alliance of Indianapolis has provided home visits since 2004.  Recently we received grant funding from EPA Region 5.  AAI will be initiating an incentive program for our home visits.  We have vacuums, door mats, buckets, rags, detergent, etc.  Would anyone be willing to share information if you already have a program in place? 

Hello Everyone, 

I thought I'd put this topic up for discussion to see if anyone else is experiencing the same challenges or has any ideas to contribute.

I was asked by the Asthma Advisory Council to assist in
developing an Asthma Action Plan Policy Development Committee. To require instead of recommend Asthma Action Plans for all school aged children in Connecticut.

I am looking for guidance if anyone had had experience on
this matter.