Real word challenges in integrating electronic medical record and administrative health data for regional quality improvement in diabetes: a retrospective cross-sectional analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Linked electronic medical records and administrative data have the potential to support a learning health system and data-driven quality improvement. However, data completeness and accuracy must first be assessed before their application. We evaluated the processes, feasibility, and limitations of linking electronic medical records and administrative data for the purpose of quality improvement within five specialist diabetes clinics in Edmonton, Alberta, a province known for its robust health data infrastructure.

Methods

We conducted a retrospective cross-sectional analysis using electronic medical record and administrative data for individuals ≥ 18 years attending the clinics between March 2017 and December 2018. Descriptive statistics were produced for demograph

SUBMITTER: Swaleh R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9806899 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature