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  1. Predictive Analytics Deter Healthcare Fraud 3/10/2015

    Predictive analytics used by CMS prevented more than $210 in healthcare fraud in just one year. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

  2. PHM Improves Quality Of Care In South Carolina 3/5/2015

    The i2i Tracks Population Health Management Solution is being utilized in all of CareSouth Carolina’s facilities. By Julia Ernst, MS, contributing writer

  3. Data Analytics An HIT Leadership Priority 3/5/2015

    Almost 70 percent of healthcare decision makers prioritize data analytics, study shows. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  4. The Emergence Of The Chief Data Officer 3/4/2015

    Changing needs means healthcare information services must add new positions. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  5. White House Names First Chief Data Scientist 3/4/2015

    Dr. DJ Patil named first Chief Data Scientist and will help shape data policies and practices. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  6. Mobile Analytics Report Finds Android, Fitness Apps Winning In Healthcare 3/3/2015

    Healthcare technology mobile use is increasing, but users remain cost-conscious. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  7. Analytics Reduce Post-Surgery Infections 58% 2/26/2015

    Using predictive analytics, The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics has reduced surgical infections by 58 percent. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

  8. Analytics Identify Risks, Prevent Infant Deaths 2/20/2015

    In Indiana, one project is using data analytics to identify at-risk populations for infant mortality and work to lower those rates. By Katie Wike, contributing writer

  9. Can The Value of HIT Be Assessed? 2/18/2015

    A new study investigates how the value of HIT has been and, more importantly, should be assessed. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  10. Predictive Analytics ID High Risk Patients 2/17/2015

    In Maine, software is searching the statewide EHR in order to identify patients at a high risk of being admitted to the hospital or visiting the emergency room. By Katie Wike, contributing writer