Health Catalyst’s Post

Data saves lives! We need to introduce an ICD-9 code for harm due to inadequate or poor use of health data…perhaps this way people will recognise why health data standards are so important. This was one of the many insightful messages from David O’Toole as he shared his experience and wisdom in his time as CEO of the Canadian Institute for Health Information recently. I reflected on this statement over the weekend as I struggled to share my health data across care providers to support the decision making of a specialist. My intention was to avoid multiple blood tests by sharing one set of results across two different healthcare clinics. After 3 weeks, partial shares and multiple phone calls and faxes (being told fax was the safest way to share health data!), I finally achieved the outcome I was seeking - for the purpose of reducing healthcare inefficiencies and enabling better healthcare decision making. In the words of David O’Toole, ‘let’s not be timid, let’s all get our own house in order in terms of internal data governance and get a move on!’ Roger Tam Rishma Abdulhusein Justin D. Mallet, Ph.D., M.B.A. Resilient Healthcare Coalition #healthdata #datasaveslives

“The patient experience needs to be thought of as the astrolabe –  the organizing point around which care is built and the model of care is delivered.” Dive into more insights on health data systems from David O'Toole, CEO of the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), in our latest webinar. Listen now on SoundCloud: https://lnkd.in/gS-if6Hj

How do you help ensure seamless communication across healthcare systems while maintaining the quality of Patient Generated Health Data (PGHD)? Dive into our latest blog and discover how our ProdOps practices are helping to set the standard for proactive monitoring, data integrity, and system reliability - empowering proactive patient care like never before. https://lnkd.in/eDnPStkU

Effective Production Operations teams tools and processes are essential for reducing risks and increasing operational efficiency. Read on for more on our approach (thanks Jefferson Richards!) to support health care data quality and reliability.

Did you know that 32–75% of total lab errors occur in the pre-analytical phase? With rising operational demands and the need for error-free processes, labs are under immense pressure to perform efficiently and accurately. At Abbott, we’re addressing these critical gaps with innovative solutions: 🔹 AlinIQ Pre-Analytics Powered by Indexor: Streamlines pre-analytical workflows—tracking, transport, and accessioning—to reduce errors and improve turnaround times. Hear from real-world success stories like Torrance Memorial, showcase its transformative impact. 🔹 AlinIQ Insight: A cloud-based application offering an integrated, real-time data experience to drive better decisions and streamlined operations. 📅 Join us on December 5th for a virtual event to explore these solutions further. Plus, sign up for a one-on-one consultation to evaluate your lab’s workflows. 💻 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gMn3NN76 Let’s overcome today’s challenges and shape the future of diagnostics together! 🌐

The SCALE Community monthly survey results are in! Participate in our monthly survey, where we gather essential healthcare insights and dive into macro and micro trends. August Results: https://lnkd.in/ehyRwc44

Our new case study highlights the effective integration of ScribeAmerica solutions within a major health system over the past decade. Learn about the success they've seen across 45+ locations, 180+ providers, and 23 different specialties here: https://lnkd.in/eiBuCXUT

As healthcare evolves, so should our approach to it. Engage actively with your doctor, ask questions, and work together to interpret results. Your health journey is a collaboration, not a solo expedition. https://lnkd.in/eJS_T7BB

Join us today at 1:00 p.m. ET for a FREE webcast sponsored by Conifer Health Solutions: Is Your Medical Management Reporting up to Par? Learn how data-driven decision making in health care management is essential to program performance >> https://bit.ly/3OqXFwA 

6 health systems named to 2024 CIO 100: Six health systems made the 2024 CIO 100 list recognizing organizations that deliver business value through innovative IT. http://dlvr.it/T4JF5b