Uncover the Fundamental Truths Your APCD Should Deliver
By Morgan Atkins and Daniel Dreaden
Not all APCD (all-payer claims data) is created equally. Depending on the data aggregator and clearinghouse used, the APCD offered by any given analytics company can vary significantly.
When choosing a partner to provide your APCD, it can be difficult to discern what’s most important. Many incentives offered may sound nice to have, but could also be distractions to keep you from noticing more critical features that are lacking. As you consider your options, keep these three questions in mind:
- Does this APCD provide patient cohort tracking?
- Will you be able to access submit and remit data?
- Is there transparency into what is being modeled and how?
Let's discuss in more detail each of these questions and why it’s critical to have these clearly answered before signing on with an APCD provider.