09/30/2025

EDRS Information

OFDA was made aware of EDRS issues this morning and received the following communication from the Ohio Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics:

We are aware of the issues that arose this morning with EDRS and wanted you to know that they have been resolved. We are closely monitoring the situation. If you encounter any additional issues moving forward, please contact the Help Desk at 614-466-2531.

In addition, OFDA received information from the Ohio Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics that the OVRS go-live will roll out in phases to assist with system revisions as necessary. The phases will start towards the end of October and run through mid-December based on where counties are located throughout the state. See the full news release from ODH: Death Registration Module in New Ohio Vital Records System Set for Go-Live | Ohio Department of Health.

OFDA encourages its members to find out more by attending the live OVRS webinar next Monday, October 6 @ 4:00 PM. CLICK HERE to register for the webinar, Death Management in OVRS (complimentary for OFDA Members). 

Note: Live webinar only – there will not be on-demand access to this webinar.