Developing a Regional Distributed Data Network for Surveillance of Chronic Health Conditions: The Colorado Health Observation Regional Data Service

This article describes attributes of regional distributed data networks using EHR data and the history and design of Colorado Health Observation Regional Data Service as an emerging public health surveillance tool for chronic health conditions. Colorado Health Observation Regional Data Service and our experience may serve as a model for other regions interested in similar surveillance efforts. While benefits from EHR-based surveillance are described, a number of technology, partnership, and value proposition challenges remain.
Source: Journal of Public Health Management and Practice - Category: Health Management Tags: Research Reports: Practice Full Report Source Type: research