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Tapping big data for early identification of preventable conditions

June 5, 2012 /

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The cost to the U.S. healthcare system from preventable conditions and avoidable care has been estimated in the range of $25-50 billion annually. Preventable conditions are a significant component of the $600-850 billion surplus in healthcare spending ultimately increasing cost and decreasing the overall quality of public health.

Timely access to outpatient services can prevent individuals with long-term medical problems from needing immediate acute care (usually through emergency room services). Some of these preventable conditions include uncontrolled diabetes, dehydration in elderly patients, asthma, and inappropriate management of hypertension.

Roger Foster

Full Story: http://www.govhealthit.com/news/tapping-big-data-early-identification-preventable-conditions?topic=08,12,34,18

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