A Practical Approach to Analyzing Healthcare Data

A Practical Approach to Analyzing Healthcare Data by Susan E. White, published by the American Health Information Management Association in 2016, is a comprehensive resource for healthcare professionals and health information management (HIM) students. This third edition spans 276 pages and provides essential guidance on analyzing, categorizing, and managing healthcare data, reflecting the increasing reliance on data-driven decision-making in the industry.

Readers will find expanded content on statistical analysis techniques, along with new sections focusing on value-based purchasing analytics and risk adjustment. The book emphasizes practical application through updated online resources that include actual data sets and analysis tools, enabling hands-on experience. Each chapter features an Analysis in Practice section, designed to enhance the learning experience by allowing readers to engage directly with data analysis in the context of medical history, records, and informatics.