Collecting reliable and complete patient demographic data, especially race and ethnicity information, is a challenge most health data organizations have grappled with for years, including other state All Payer Claims Databases (APCDs). However, all agree that this data is essential Read more
As discussed in a previous Query, individuals or organizations can request licensed data releases from the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD) to help answer questions or solve problems around health and health care in Colorado. Today, we continue exploring the steps Read more
Once an organization or an individual has decided to use a non-public data set from the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD), it’s crucial they request the right information to answer their questions. That sounds relatively straightforward, but when Read more
As administrator of the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD), CIVHC is required by statute to maintain the database and continually improve the quality and utility of the data. One of the most important ways CIVHC makes the data Read more
Once payer-submitted data has successfully passed the extensive initial validation and quality tests performed by CIVHC and data manager, the data are ready to be ingested into the warehouse. Previous queries have detailed the process for the monthly submission and intake of claims Read more
A Closer Look at Coloradan’s Heart Health With 300 annual days of sunshine and ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, Colorado is consistently ranked as one of the fittest states in the country. This active lifestyle translates to better heart health Read more
As discussed in a previous Query, CIVHC releases data from the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD) in two ways: Non-public releases, for individuals or organizations to use to improve care for Coloradans. Public data, for anyone to use to Read more
Each month, health insurance payers submit millions of medical, professional, pharmacy, dental, and vision claims for inclusion in the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD). CIVHC continuously works closely with submitters to ensure they understand the submission requirements and Read more
Oral health is often overlooked, but it plays a major role in our overall well-being. Until recently, Colorado lacked a clear, data-driven picture of who’s getting care, and who isn’t. This changed with the launch of Colorado’s first-ever dental health Read more
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