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
As administrator of the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD), CIVHC is required by statute not only to maintain the database, but to continually improve the quality and utility of the CO APCD. One of the most essential activities to enhancing Read more
In fiscal year 2023-2024, CIVHC’s Data Solutions team implemented a new project management process, PhaseGate, to ensure projects moving through CIVHC’s teams are successful. The process divides development into distinct stages, or phases, separated by decision points, known as gates. The PhaseGate process Read more
By Kristin Paulson, President and CEO If this year has taught us anything, it’s that change is inevitable – and essential. From navigating state budget cuts and forging new strategic partnerships, to rolling out a comprehensive reorganization and focusing on Read more
Protecting health information is the highest priority for Center for Improving Value in Health Care (CIVHC), administrator of the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD). Colorado statute CRS 25.5-1-204 requires the administrator of the CO APCD to “[p]rotect patient privacy in Read more
Medicare Data in the CO APCD The Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD) contains over 1.3 billion claims, with more added every month. These claims are submitted by commercial health insurance plans, including Medicare Advantage, voluntarily submitted Employee Retirement Read more
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New data reveals where Coloradans travel for care and how to strengthen rural health resources. What if we could understand health care access not by static maps or administrative borders, but by the actual routes Coloradans take to receive care? Read more
The Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD) contains over 1.3 billion claims, with more added every month. These claims are submitted by commercial health insurance plans, including Medicare Advantage, voluntarily submitted Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and mandated Read more
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