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In this insightful note, Richard Eccles, Head of Commissioning at LD NHS Lincolnshire, draws inspiration from Douglas Adams to explore the intricacies of data collection within healthcare. The challenges of disparate IT systems and the need for effective information governance are highlighted, alongside innovative solutions. By utilizing primary care systems and NHS numbers, we can enhance service mapping, health profiling, and access to screening, ultimately transforming data into knowledge. Let's unravel the mysteries of effective data collection—just remember, don’t panic!
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Richard Eccles Head of Commissioning LD NHS Lincolnshire – With inspiration from from Douglas Adams A HITCHHIKERS GUIDE TO DATA COLLECTION
Meet the Vogons InformationGovernance Too hard to do Different IT systems No benefit No LD register Takes too long 4
The solution ? 5
Don’t Panic • Data can be collected from Primary care systems • You can run reports from Health check templates • NHS numbers allow you to explore Acute activity • With consent you can have a central register 6
The Answer is 42 but what was the question again? • Use clear definitions • Use an existing information set • Focus on Primary care firstto collect and compare QOF data 7
Why Bother? • Data + Knowledge = intelligence • Can you really afford to be the last to know when things are going wrong 8
Acute Activity • Emergency Admissions for Adults (16+) – 2009/10 13
Supporting Consortia development • A&E attendances for Adults (16+) – 2009/10 14
Thank you for listening And Remember Don’t Forget your Towel 15