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Data and Data Use

We take great pride in providing robust, accurate, and timely multidimensional information in a customized format especially designed to meet your business needs. 

Responses are entered into a customized relational database linking professionals and facilities. The integrated data continues to build upon itself.

Data Collection

Facilities

Data Maintained

Data Maintenance

We maintain comprehensive information on the following professions and associated facilities:

Physicians
Physician Assistants
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
Dentists
Pharmacists
Physical Therapists
Occupational Therapists
Behavioral Health Professionals
Veterinarians
Hospital Administrators/CEOs
Laboratory Directors
Microbiology Coordinators
Infection Control Nurses
Clinics
Pharmacies
Dental Offices
Long Term Care & Assisted Living Facilities

Data maintenance includes:

Professionals and facilities meeting criteria are surveyed annually and provided the opportunity to confirm and update their information.
Comparisons against licensure, news, advertisements, ad hoc notifications, etc.
Most importantly, the cooperation of the thousands of individuals who faithfully complete our surveys and respond to our calls regarding practitioners, practice locations and contact information.

Data Use

Our data is used by health care systems, hospitals, clinics, policy makers and researchers for:

State-wide and localized workforce reports and planning
Strategic planning
Program evaluation
Monitoring trends
Shortage area designations
Emergency preparedness
Formulation of health policies
Research reports and projects
Targeted notifications to providers or facilities
Health care provider and facility directory
Customized and special projects

Data and Data Use

Data Collection

Data Use

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