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. 2024 Apr;14(2):e200248.
doi: 10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200248. Epub 2024 Jan 12.

Transforming Neurology Care Delivery Through a Population Health Data Strategy

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Transforming Neurology Care Delivery Through a Population Health Data Strategy

Ines M Vigil et al. Neurol Clin Pract. 2024 Apr.

Abstract

Background: With more than 30% of global data originating from health care, deriving usable insights that improve health requires population health analytics. In neurology, data-driven approaches have grown in significance because of digital health records and advanced analytics. A vital aspect of this evolution is adopting a population health data strategy (PHDS).

Recent findings: Crafting a tailored PHDS for neurology involves cataloging data points and measures spanning demographics, clinical history, genetics, and social determinants. Neurologic outcomes include mortality rates, functional and cognitive abilities, and imaging results. A robust strategy relies on interoperability, advanced analytics, and transparent AI algorithms.

Summary: Neurology is embracing data-driven health care. The PHDS synthesizes diverse patient data to provide personalized care. It includes a wide range of outcome measures to address neurologic complexities. Advanced analytics and collaboration among neurologists, data scientists, and business leaders uncover hidden patterns and promote outcome-driven medicine in the 21st century.

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The authors report no relevant disclosures. Full disclosure form information provided by the authors is available with the full text of this article at Neurology.org/cp.

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