Data Analytics for Disease Management
Healthcare IT advancements, especially electronic health records (EHRs), have made it easier to gather and store data, which, in turn, fuels population health initiatives and improves patient outcomes. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality highlights that using health IT tools can significantly enhance chronic disease management by promoting efficient care delivery, information-sharing, and patient education. However, selecting and adopting the right analytics tools remains challenging. Here are five essential data analytics tools that healthcare providers can leverage for effective chronic disease management.