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DataMatters - November 2024 Edition Email
November 21, 2024
Fall is quickly passing and Thanksgiving is just around the corner as we send out this DataMatters newsletter and we highlight the recently released quarterly updates using the Case Mix…
Fall is quickly passing and Thanksgiving is just around the corner as we send out this DataMatters newsletter and we highlight the recently released quarterly updates using the Case Mix…
READ MOREDataMatters - September 2024 Edition Email
September 30, 2024
As we reach the end of September, CHIA has had a busy month - In the past few weeks, we published our latest report on primary care and behavioral health care…
As we reach the end of September, CHIA has had a busy month - In the past few weeks, we published our latest report on primary care and behavioral health care…
READ MORECHIA RELEASES FIRST-EVER DASHBOARD TO MEASURE THE PERFORMANCE OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE IN MASSACHUSETTS
September 26, 2024
CHIA has released its inaugural dashboard of metrics to monitor the performance of behavioral health care in the Commonwealth.
CHIA has released its inaugural dashboard of metrics to monitor the performance of behavioral health care in the Commonwealth.
READ MORECHIA Publishes HfFY2023 Annual Massachusetts Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance Report
September 19, 2024
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has released the Annual Massachusetts Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance Report for hospital fiscal year (HFY) 2023.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has released the Annual Massachusetts Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance Report for hospital fiscal year (HFY) 2023.
READ MORECHIA Releases Report on Massachusetts Primary Care and Behavioral Health Spending
August 29, 2024
CHIA has published its latest report on primary care and behavioral health care spending in Massachusetts As key findings show, spending trends on primary care and behavioral health services varied across…
CHIA has published its latest report on primary care and behavioral health care spending in Massachusetts As key findings show, spending trends on primary care and behavioral health services varied across…
READ MORECHIA Reports on Clinical Quality Performance Measure and Patience Experience Survey Results
August 21, 2024
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its report on select clinical quality performance measures drawn from the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS®) and the…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its report on select clinical quality performance measures drawn from the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS®) and the…
READ MOREDataMatters - July 2024 Edition Email
July 31, 2024
Happy summer! We hope our readers have been able to stay cool as we face heat waves across the state.
Happy summer! We hope our readers have been able to stay cool as we face heat waves across the state.
READ MORECHIA RELEASES 2023 MASSACHUSETTS HEALTH INSURANCE SURVEY RESULTS
June 27, 2024
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published summary results from the 2023 Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS).
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published summary results from the 2023 Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS).
READ MORECommercial Rx Drug Spending Is Up; Explore Why
June 13, 2024
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) released its latest interactive data visualization exploring the drivers of commercial prescription drug spending as a special supplement to CHIA’s latest report…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) released its latest interactive data visualization exploring the drivers of commercial prescription drug spending as a special supplement to CHIA’s latest report…
READ MORECHIA RELEASES INTERACTIVE REPORT ON COMMERCIAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG USE AND SPENDING
June 6, 2024
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) released its latest analysis of commercial prescription drug use and spending to shine a light on the drivers of pharmacy expenditures, including…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) released its latest analysis of commercial prescription drug use and spending to shine a light on the drivers of pharmacy expenditures, including…
READ MOREDataMatters - May 2024 Edition Email
May 30, 2024
Today in DataMatters, we are happy to announce the release of CHIA’s first interactive dashboard on acute care hospital outpatient observation visits.
Today in DataMatters, we are happy to announce the release of CHIA’s first interactive dashboard on acute care hospital outpatient observation visits.
READ MORECHIA Publishes First Massachusetts Health Care Workforce Survey Results
May 22, 2024
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has released the results from its inaugural Massachusetts Health Care Workforce (MHCW) survey in an interactive dashboard.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has released the results from its inaugural Massachusetts Health Care Workforce (MHCW) survey in an interactive dashboard.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Dashboard to Measure the Health of the Massachusetts Primary Care System
May 16, 2024
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), in collaboration with Massachusetts Health Quality Partners (MHQP), is releasing the latest primary care dashboard to monitor the health of primary care…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), in collaboration with Massachusetts Health Quality Partners (MHQP), is releasing the latest primary care dashboard to monitor the health of primary care…
READ MOREDataMatters - March 2024 Edition Email
March 28, 2024
In this Issue:
Last week marked the official start of spring in Massachusetts—let’s hope for sunny and warm weather ahead!
In this Issue:
Last week marked the official start of spring in Massachusetts—let’s hope for sunny and warm weather ahead!
CHIA Releases the Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System
March 13, 2024
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released its Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released its Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
READ MORECHIA Releases HFY 2022 Hospital Profiles
February 15, 2024
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its latest comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for hospital fiscal year 2022 (HFY 2022).
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its latest comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for hospital fiscal year 2022 (HFY 2022).
READ MOREDataMatters - January 2024 Edition Email
January 31, 2024
Happy New Year from CHIA! We hope that you all had a great holiday season and are enjoying a fruitful start to 2024.
Happy New Year from CHIA! We hope that you all had a great holiday season and are enjoying a fruitful start to 2024.
READ MORE2023 Nursing Facilities Cost Report Deployment Update
January 12, 2024
This email outlines some important information about the upcoming 2023 SNF-CR (nursing facility), the REA-CR (the realty company), and the MGT-CR (management company/ central office) cost report deployment.
This email outlines some important information about the upcoming 2023 SNF-CR (nursing facility), the REA-CR (the realty company), and the MGT-CR (management company/ central office) cost report deployment.
READ MOREAnnouncing MA APCD Annual Release 2022
December 20, 2023
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced that calendar year 2022 health care claims data is now available to qualified applicants seeking to use the Massachusetts All-Payer…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced that calendar year 2022 health care claims data is now available to qualified applicants seeking to use the Massachusetts All-Payer…
READ MOREDataMatters - November 2023 Edition Email
November 30, 2023
Happy holidays from CHIA! We hope that our readers had an enjoyable Thanksgiving with family and friends.
Happy holidays from CHIA! We hope that our readers had an enjoyable Thanksgiving with family and friends.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Results from Quality Measure Catalog Survey
November 16, 2023
CHIA, in collaboration with the Health Policy Commission (HPC), today released an interactive dashboard with the results from the Quality Measure Catalog survey.
CHIA, in collaboration with the Health Policy Commission (HPC), today released an interactive dashboard with the results from the Quality Measure Catalog survey.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Report on Pediatric Readmissions in Massachusetts
October 19, 2023
Today CHIA published its inaugural report on pediatric readmissions in Massachusetts acute care hospitals.
Today CHIA published its inaugural report on pediatric readmissions in Massachusetts acute care hospitals.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Report on Primary Care Spending
October 5, 2023
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its latest report on primary care expenditures in Massachusetts.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its latest report on primary care expenditures in Massachusetts.
READ MOREDataMatters - September 2023 Edition Email
September 28, 2023
In this issue of DataMatters, we are excited to announce the publication of the hospital fiscal year (HFY) 2022 Annual Hospital and Health System Financial Performance report.
In this issue of DataMatters, we are excited to announce the publication of the hospital fiscal year (HFY) 2022 Annual Hospital and Health System Financial Performance report.
READ MORECHIA Publishes New Report on Differences in Hospital Utilization by Race and Ethnicity
August 23, 2023
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released its latest report in a series on health care equity in Massachusetts, Hospital Utilization in Massachusetts: An Assessment by Race…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released its latest report in a series on health care equity in Massachusetts, Hospital Utilization in Massachusetts: An Assessment by Race…
READ MORECHIA Reports on Provider Price Variation in Massachusetts
August 17, 2023
The Center for Health Information and Analysis today published its annual update on provider price variation in the commercial health insurance market for calendar year 2021.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis today published its annual update on provider price variation in the commercial health insurance market for calendar year 2021.
READ MOREDataMatters July 2023 Edition Email
July 31, 2023
For the past few months CHIA staff has been working hard on several publications, which are expected to be released in coming months.
For the past few months CHIA staff has been working hard on several publications, which are expected to be released in coming months.
READ MOREDataMatters May 2023 Edition Email
May 31, 2023
CHIA has been busy these past few months, as the weather slowly turns to summer!
CHIA Publishes First Quarterly Emergency Department Interactive Dashboard
May 25, 2023
Today the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) published its first-ever interactive dashboard on emergency department (ED) visits.
Today the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) published its first-ever interactive dashboard on emergency department (ED) visits.
READ MOREHFY 2021 Hospital Profiles - Payer Mix, Utilization, Financial Performance
May 18, 2023
CHIA published its latest comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for hospital fiscal year 2021 (HFY 2021).
CHIA published its latest comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for hospital fiscal year 2021 (HFY 2021).
READ MORECHIA Publishes Research Brief on Impact of Citizenship/Immigration Status On Health Insurance Coverage in Massachusetts
April 13, 2023
CHIA today published a new research brief exploring the connection between citizenship/immigration status and health insurance coverage rates in Massachusetts.
CHIA today published a new research brief exploring the connection between citizenship/immigration status and health insurance coverage rates in Massachusetts.
READ MOREDataMatters March 2023 Edition Email
March 30, 2023
CHIA has accomplished a lot since the last newsletter sent out in late January.
CHIA Publishes the Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System
March 13, 2023
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
READ MORECHIA RELEASES HOSPITAL-WIDE ADULT ALL-PAYER READMISSIONS IN MASSACHUSETTS: SFY 2011-2021
February 23, 2023
CHIA published today its most recent report on Hospital-Wide Adult All-Payer Readmissions in Massachusetts: SFY 2011-2021.
CHIA published today its most recent report on Hospital-Wide Adult All-Payer Readmissions in Massachusetts: SFY 2011-2021.
READ MORE2022 NURSING FACILITIES COST REPORT DEPLOYMENT UPDATE: FEBRUARY 2023
February 13, 2023
This email outlines some important information about the upcoming 2022 SNF-CR (nursing facility), the REA-CR (the realty company), and the MGT-CR (management company/ central office) cost report deployment .
This email outlines some important information about the upcoming 2022 SNF-CR (nursing facility), the REA-CR (the realty company), and the MGT-CR (management company/ central office) cost report deployment .
Data Matters - January 2023 Edition Email
January 31, 2023
Happy 2023! CHIA has been busy, as we wrap up the first month of the new year. In early January, I started my new role as CHIA’s executive director.
Happy 2023! CHIA has been busy, as we wrap up the first month of the new year. In early January, I started my new role as CHIA’s executive director.
READ MORECHIA Releases First Dashboard to Measure the Health of the Massachusetts Primary Care System
January 25, 2023
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), in collaboration with Massachusetts Health Quality Partners (MHQP), is releasing Massachusetts’ first-ever dashboard of metrics to monitor the health of the primary…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), in collaboration with Massachusetts Health Quality Partners (MHQP), is releasing Massachusetts’ first-ever dashboard of metrics to monitor the health of the primary…
READ MORECHIA ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF MA APCD CY 2021 RELEASE
December 20, 2022
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has announced the availability of the most recent Massachusetts All-Payer Claims Database (MA APCD).
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has announced the availability of the most recent Massachusetts All-Payer Claims Database (MA APCD).
CHIA Publishes Latest Report on MA Acute Care Hospital Inpatient Discharge Data
December 15, 2022
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released its latest report offering insights into hospital inpatient utilization patterns.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released its latest report offering insights into hospital inpatient utilization patterns.
Data Matters - November 2022 Edition Email
November 30, 2022
Opening Message:
Ten years ago this November, the Center for Health Information and Analysis was created as part of a statewide effort to control the growth of health care costs,…
Opening Message:
Ten years ago this November, the Center for Health Information and Analysis was created as part of a statewide effort to control the growth of health care costs,…
CHIA Releases Report on Behavioral Health and Readmissions in Massachusetts Acute Care Hospitals
October 13, 2022
CHIA today released its most recent report on Behavioral Health and Readmissions in Massachusetts Acute Care Hospitals in SFY 2020.
CHIA today released its most recent report on Behavioral Health and Readmissions in Massachusetts Acute Care Hospitals in SFY 2020.
READ MOREData Matters - September 2022 Edition Email
September 29, 2022
Opening Message:
Highlighted in this issue of DataMatters is CHIA’s report on the quarterly financial performance of Massachusetts hospitals and health systems, with data through June 30, 2022.
Opening Message:
Highlighted in this issue of DataMatters is CHIA’s report on the quarterly financial performance of Massachusetts hospitals and health systems, with data through June 30, 2022.
CHIA Releases First Report On Massachusetts Primary Care And Behavioral Health Expenditures
September 20, 2022
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its first report on primary care and behavioral health expenditures in Massachusetts.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its first report on primary care and behavioral health expenditures in Massachusetts.
READ MORECHIA Reports on Provider Price Variation in the Commonwealth
August 31, 2022
CHIA has published its annual update on provider price variation in the commercial health insurance market.
CHIA has published its annual update on provider price variation in the commercial health insurance market.
READ MOREData Matters - July 2022 Edition Email
July 28, 2022
Opening Message:
In this installment of DataMatters, CHIA is pleased to announce the release of an interactive dashboard on selected clinical quality measures for 2018 and 2020, featured under…
Opening Message:
In this installment of DataMatters, CHIA is pleased to announce the release of an interactive dashboard on selected clinical quality measures for 2018 and 2020, featured under…
CHIA Publishes Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey Results
July 20, 2022
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published summary results from the 2021 Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS).
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published summary results from the 2021 Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS).
READ MORECHIA RELEASES 2021 MASSACHUSETTS EMPLOYER SURVEY RESULTS
June 9, 2022
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released summary results from a statewide health benefits survey of Massachusetts employers.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released summary results from a statewide health benefits survey of Massachusetts employers.
READ MOREData Matters - May 2022 Edition Email
May 26, 2022
Opening Message:
This issue of DataMatters focuses on the relationship between where we live and our ability to access timely, affordable, and high-quality health care.
Opening Message:
This issue of DataMatters focuses on the relationship between where we live and our ability to access timely, affordable, and high-quality health care.
CHIA Releases HFY 2021 Hospital Financial Performance Report
May 19, 2022
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released a new report on hospital and health system financial performance for fiscal year (FY) 2021.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released a new report on hospital and health system financial performance for fiscal year (FY) 2021.
CHIA Reports on Regional Health Care Disparities
April 28, 2022
CHIA released its latest report in a series on health care equity in Massachusetts, Health Insurance Coverage and Care in Massachusetts, 2015-2019: A Baseline Assessment of Gaps by Geographic Region.
CHIA released its latest report in a series on health care equity in Massachusetts, Health Insurance Coverage and Care in Massachusetts, 2015-2019: A Baseline Assessment of Gaps by Geographic Region.
READ MORECHIA Releases Interactive FY 2020 Hospital Profiles
April 14, 2022
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published a comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for Fiscal Year 2020.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published a comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for Fiscal Year 2020.
READ MOREData Matters - March 2022 Edition Email
March 31, 2022
Opening Message:
Happy spring, and with it, hopes for sunnier weather and times ahead.
CHIA Publishes New Report on Hospital Readmissions in Massachusetts
March 24, 2022
CHIA today published its most recent report on Hospital-Wide Adult All-Payer Readmissions in Massachusetts: SFY 2011-2020.
CHIA today published its most recent report on Hospital-Wide Adult All-Payer Readmissions in Massachusetts: SFY 2011-2020.
CHIA Reports on the Performance of the MA Health Care System
March 14, 2022
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of its Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of its Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
DataMatters - January 2022 Edition
January 31, 2022
Opening Message:
Happy 2022! With this publication, DataMatters marks one year of bringing CHIA data, its uses, and end-user products to your inboxes.
Opening Message:
Happy 2022! With this publication, DataMatters marks one year of bringing CHIA data, its uses, and end-user products to your inboxes.
CHIA Releases New Report on MA Acute Care Hospital Outpatient Observation Data
January 27, 2022
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has published a new report on utilization and trends in hospital outpatient observation visits in the Commonwealth in the period leading up…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has published a new report on utilization and trends in hospital outpatient observation visits in the Commonwealth in the period leading up…
CHIA Annnouces Availability of MA APCD CY 2020 Release
December 22, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today has announced the availability of the most recent Massachusetts All-Payer Claims Database (MA APCD).
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today has announced the availability of the most recent Massachusetts All-Payer Claims Database (MA APCD).
READ MORECHIA Releases New Report on Health Care Equity in Massachusetts
December 16, 2021
CHIA has released a new report on health care equity in Massachusetts.
DataMatters - November 2021 Edition
November 30, 2021
In this month’s DataMatters, we’re sharing an inside look at how CHIA data supports two critical Commonwealth missions: lowering health care costs and reducing administrative burden in regulation.
In this month’s DataMatters, we’re sharing an inside look at how CHIA data supports two critical Commonwealth missions: lowering health care costs and reducing administrative burden in regulation.
READ MOREDataMatters - September 2021 Edition
September 30, 2021
Health care quality is the focus of September’s DataMatters.
MA APCD Workgroup Meeting: September 28 2021
September 24, 2021
The next MA APCD User Workgroup Webinar is Tuesday, September 28th at 3:00 p. m.
CHIA Publishes Annual Hospital and Health System Financial Performance Report
September 23, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) announces the release of the Annual Massachusetts Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance Report for fiscal year (FY) 2020.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) announces the release of the Annual Massachusetts Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance Report for fiscal year (FY) 2020.
READ MORECHIA Reports on Hospital Emergency Department Data
September 16, 2021
CHIA has published a new report that offers insights into emergency department (ED) utilization patterns in the period leading up to the outbreak of COVID-19.
CHIA has published a new report that offers insights into emergency department (ED) utilization patterns in the period leading up to the outbreak of COVID-19.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Monthly Health Insurance Enrollment Summaries: March 2021 through June 2021
September 9, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has released the latest edition of the monthly enrollment data summaries, with figures through June 2021.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has released the latest edition of the monthly enrollment data summaries, with figures through June 2021.
READ MOREDataMatters - July 2021 Edition
July 30, 2021
If you’re not lucky enough to be on vacation right now, may you find temporary repose catching up with CHIA’s recent reports and data asset updates in this issue of…
If you’re not lucky enough to be on vacation right now, may you find temporary repose catching up with CHIA’s recent reports and data asset updates in this issue of…
READ MORESee Updated Quarterly Inpatient Discharge Report from CHIA
July 28, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its latest quarterly update to the Massachusetts Acute Care Hospital Inpatient Discharge Data (FFY 2016-2019) report.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published its latest quarterly update to the Massachusetts Acute Care Hospital Inpatient Discharge Data (FFY 2016-2019) report.
READ MOREMA Acute Hospital Financial Performance: Data through March 31, 2021
July 1, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) released its latest report on Massachusetts Acute Hospital Financial Performance.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) released its latest report on Massachusetts Acute Hospital Financial Performance.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Brief Studying Unmet Health-Related Social Needs in Massachusetts Residents
June 29, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has released its latest research brief, Over Half of Massachusetts Residents Report Unmet Health-Related Social Needs in Their Families.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has released its latest research brief, Over Half of Massachusetts Residents Report Unmet Health-Related Social Needs in Their Families.
READ MORECHIA Reports on Provider Price Variation in Massachusetts
June 25, 2021
CHIA has released its annual update on provider price variation in the commercial health insurance market.
CHIA has released its annual update on provider price variation in the commercial health insurance market.
READ MORECase Mix User Workgroup Webinar: Tuesday, June 22nd at 3:00 p.m.
June 17, 2021
Just a reminder: The Case Mix User Workgroup Webinar is Tuesday, June 22nd at 3:00 p. m.
CHIA Releases Monthly Monitoring of Massachusetts Enrollment: One Year Of Data
June 7, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has published an expanded version of its latest monthly enrollment data summaries by key market sector to provide more insight into the…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has published an expanded version of its latest monthly enrollment data summaries by key market sector to provide more insight into the…
READ MOREDataMatters - May 2021 Edition
May 27, 2021
Tolstoy once described spring as “the time of plans and projects. ” Nearly 150 years later, this assessment still rings true at CHIA.
Tolstoy once described spring as “the time of plans and projects. ” Nearly 150 years later, this assessment still rings true at CHIA.
READ MOREPublic Hearing on CHIA's FY22 Budget
May 5, 2021
CHIA's Oversight Council will hold a remote public hearing on the agency's upcoming fiscal year 2022 budget.
CHIA's Oversight Council will hold a remote public hearing on the agency's upcoming fiscal year 2022 budget.
READ MOREInside Look Series: Medical Debt and Unmet Health Care Needs
April 29, 2021
CHIA today released its final installment in a new series of research notes, An Inside Look: Affordability Findings from the Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS).
CHIA today released its final installment in a new series of research notes, An Inside Look: Affordability Findings from the Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS).
READ MORECase Mix Workgroup - Tuesday, April 27, 2021 @ 3:00 p.m.
April 22, 2021
CHIA collects financial and patient-level data from Massachusetts health care payers and providers.
CHIA collects financial and patient-level data from Massachusetts health care payers and providers.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Report on Hospital and Health System Financial Performance with HFY 2020 Data
April 8, 2021
CHIA has published a preliminary update on hospital and health system financial performance for fiscal year 2020.
CHIA has published a preliminary update on hospital and health system financial performance for fiscal year 2020.
READ MOREInpatient Utilization Trends in Massachusettss Acute Care Hospitals
April 5, 2021
CHIA has published a quarterly update to the Massachusetts Acute Care Hospital Inpatient Discharge Data (FFY 2016-2019) report.
CHIA has published a quarterly update to the Massachusetts Acute Care Hospital Inpatient Discharge Data (FFY 2016-2019) report.
READ MORECHIA Reports on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System
March 24, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of its Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of its Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
READ MORECHIA Releases Interactive FY 2019 Hospital Profiles
March 19, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has published a comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for Fiscal Year 2019.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) has published a comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for Fiscal Year 2019.
MA APCD Workgroup - Tuesday, March 23, 2021
March 19, 2021
CHIA collects financial and patient-level data from Massachusetts health care payers and providers.
CHIA collects financial and patient-level data from Massachusetts health care payers and providers.
READ MOREDataMatters - March 2021 Edition
March 11, 2021
From the Executive Director
Welcome. Last year brought a lot of change, as COVID-19 dramatically altered our lives and workplaces.
From the Executive Director
Welcome. Last year brought a lot of change, as COVID-19 dramatically altered our lives and workplaces.
Latest From The Inside Look Series: Affordability Findings From The Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey
March 4, 2021
CHIA today released the second installment in a series of research notes, An Inside Look: Affordability Findings from the Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS). This installment includes two notes.
CHIA today released the second installment in a series of research notes, An Inside Look: Affordability Findings from the Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS). This installment includes two notes.
READ MORECase Mix User Workgroup - February 23, 2021
February 18, 2021
The MA APCD and Case Mix User Workgroup webinars are open monthly meetings for data users and CHIA staff to discuss CHIA data resources.
The MA APCD and Case Mix User Workgroup webinars are open monthly meetings for data users and CHIA staff to discuss CHIA data resources.
READ MOREAn Inside Look: Affordability Findings from the Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey
February 3, 2021
CHIA today released the first installment in a new series of research notes, An Inside Look: Affordability Findings from the Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS).
CHIA today released the first installment in a new series of research notes, An Inside Look: Affordability Findings from the Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey (MHIS).
READ MORECHIA Releases Latest Monthly Monitoring of Massachusetts Enrollment
January 28, 2021
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released the latest edition of the monthly enrollment data summaries. This month's publication includes enrollment figures through November 2020.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released the latest edition of the monthly enrollment data summaries. This month's publication includes enrollment figures through November 2020.
READ MOREMA APCD Webinar Tuesday, January 26, 2020
January 22, 2021
The MA APCD and Case Mix User Workgroup webinars are open monthly meetings for data users and CHIA staff to discuss CHIA data resources.
The MA APCD and Case Mix User Workgroup webinars are open monthly meetings for data users and CHIA staff to discuss CHIA data resources.
READ MORECase Mix Workgroup Webinar - Tuesday, December 22, 2020 @ 3:00 p.m.
December 18, 2020
The MA APCD and Case Mix User Workgroup webinars are open monthly meetings for CHIA staff and external users to discuss CHIA data.
The MA APCD and Case Mix User Workgroup webinars are open monthly meetings for CHIA staff and external users to discuss CHIA data.
READ MORECHIA Releases Massachusetts Acute Care Hospital Inpatient Discharge Data Report
December 17, 2020
A report released today from the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) offers new insights into hospital inpatient utilization patterns in the period leading up to the outbreak of…
A report released today from the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) offers new insights into hospital inpatient utilization patterns in the period leading up to the outbreak of…
READ MORECHIA Announces New Quarterly Hospital Financial Performance Report - Data Through June 30, 2020
December 3, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is pleased to announce the publication of a new hospital and health system financial performance report with data through June 30, 2020.…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is pleased to announce the publication of a new hospital and health system financial performance report with data through June 30, 2020.…
CHIA Publishes New Monthly Monitoring of Massachusetts Enrollment
November 24, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to announce the latest edition of the monthly enrollment data summaries. This release covers enrollment figures through September 2020.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to announce the latest edition of the monthly enrollment data summaries. This release covers enrollment figures through September 2020.
READ MOREMA APCD Webinar - Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at 3:00 p.m.
November 19, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) MA APCD and Case Mix User Workgroup meetings are an opportunity for MA APCD and Case Mix data users and CHIA's in-house…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) MA APCD and Case Mix User Workgroup meetings are an opportunity for MA APCD and Case Mix data users and CHIA's in-house…
READ MORECHIA Releases Research Brief Exploring High Deductible Health Plans In Massachusetts
November 10, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is pleased to announce the publication of Offering and Enrollment in High Deductible Health Plans in Massachusetts Firms: Which Workers Can Offset…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is pleased to announce the publication of Offering and Enrollment in High Deductible Health Plans in Massachusetts Firms: Which Workers Can Offset…
READ MORECHIA Releases New Report on Behavioral Health and Readmissions in Massachusetts Acute Care Hospitals
October 29, 2020
CHIA is excited to announce the publication of its third report on behavioral health and readmissions in Massachusetts acute care hospitals.
CHIA is excited to announce the publication of its third report on behavioral health and readmissions in Massachusetts acute care hospitals.
READ MORENew Monthly Hospital Financial Performance Report
October 15, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to announce the publication of a new hospital and health system financial performance report, updated to include the period of…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to announce the publication of a new hospital and health system financial performance report, updated to include the period of…
READ MORECHIA Releases FY 2019 MA Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance Report
October 6, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) announces the release of Massachusetts Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance for Fiscal Year 2019.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) announces the release of Massachusetts Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance for Fiscal Year 2019.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Monthly Monitoring of Massachusetts Enrollment: March 2019 through July 2020
September 22, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to release the next edition of the monthly enrollment data summaries.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to release the next edition of the monthly enrollment data summaries.
READ MOREAPCD User Workgroup - September 22, 2020
September 18, 2020
The next APCD User Workgroup meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 22 at 3:00 p. m.
Please register for this webinar at:
http://www. chiamass. gov/ma-apcd-and-case-mix-user-workgroup-information/.
The next APCD User Workgroup meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 22 at 3:00 p. m.
Please register for this webinar at:
http://www. chiamass. gov/ma-apcd-and-case-mix-user-workgroup-information/.
Nursing Services Cost Report Deployment Update
September 15, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is now collecting cost reports for the fiscal year (FY) ending in 2019 from Temporary Nursing Services (TNS) agencies pursuant to regulation…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is now collecting cost reports for the fiscal year (FY) ending in 2019 from Temporary Nursing Services (TNS) agencies pursuant to regulation…
READ MORECHIA Announces Latest Monthly Monitoring of Massachusetts Enrollment
August 20, 2020
CHIA is pleased to publish the next edition of the monthly enrollment data summaries.
CHIA Announces New Monthly Hospital Financial Performance Report
August 6, 2020
CHIA is pleased to announce the release of a new hospital and health system financial performance report, covering the months March through May 2020.
CHIA is pleased to announce the release of a new hospital and health system financial performance report, covering the months March through May 2020.
READ MORECHIA Announces New Monthly Monitoring of Massachusetts Enrollment
July 30, 2020
To provide more rapid insight into the impact of COVID-19 on insurance coverage in the Commonwealth, the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is now producing monthly enrollment data…
To provide more rapid insight into the impact of COVID-19 on insurance coverage in the Commonwealth, the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is now producing monthly enrollment data…
READ MOREMA Acute Hospital Financial Performance: Data Through March 31, 2020
July 9, 2020
Massachusetts Acute Hospital Financial Performance provides a quarterly update on profitability, liquidity, and solvency for the fiscal year-to-date period ending March 31, 2020.
Massachusetts Acute Hospital Financial Performance provides a quarterly update on profitability, liquidity, and solvency for the fiscal year-to-date period ending March 31, 2020.
READ MORENursing Facilities Cost Report Deployment Update
June 29, 2020
The 2019 HCF-1 (nursing facility), the new REA-CR (the realty company) and the MGT-CR (management company / central office) cost reports and associated instructions and user manuals are now available…
The 2019 HCF-1 (nursing facility), the new REA-CR (the realty company) and the MGT-CR (management company / central office) cost reports and associated instructions and user manuals are now available…
READ MORECHIA Releases Interactive Provider Quality Dashboard
June 2, 2020
CHIA is excited to announce the publication of an interactive dashboard on selected clinical quality measures for 2018.
CHIA is excited to announce the publication of an interactive dashboard on selected clinical quality measures for 2018.
READ MORECHIA Announces Results of 2019 MA Health Insurance Survey
April 30, 2020
Today CHIA announced the release of the Findings from the 2019 Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey.
Today CHIA announced the release of the Findings from the 2019 Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Interactive Dashboard On Massachusetts Enrollment Trends Through September 2019
March 11, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released an updated interactive dashboard of Enrollment Trends, offering new insights into changes in health insurance coverage in Massachusetts from September…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released an updated interactive dashboard of Enrollment Trends, offering new insights into changes in health insurance coverage in Massachusetts from September…
READ MORECHIA and MHA Announce Report from Statewide Workgroup on Social Risk Factors and Readmissions
February 25, 2020
CHIA and the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association (MHA) are excited to announce the release of a report from the statewide Social Risk Factors and Readmissions Workgroup, which details the…
CHIA and the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association (MHA) are excited to announce the release of a report from the statewide Social Risk Factors and Readmissions Workgroup, which details the…
READ MORECHIA Publishes Interactive Report on Commercial Prescription Drug Use and Spending in Massachusetts
February 13, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released its second study on prescription drug use and spending in an effort to shine a light on the drivers of…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released its second study on prescription drug use and spending in an effort to shine a light on the drivers of…
READ MORERegistration Update: CHIA Listening Session on Primary Care and Behavioral Health Care Expenditures
February 11, 2020
Tomorrow, February 12th the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) will hold a listening session to solicit public comments and feedback on proposed updates to CHIA's data specifications to…
Tomorrow, February 12th the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) will hold a listening session to solicit public comments and feedback on proposed updates to CHIA's data specifications to…
READ MORECHIA Releases Interactive FY18 Hospital Profiles and Multi-Source Acute Hospital Financial Dataset
January 30, 2020
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published a comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for Fiscal Year 2018.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published a comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for Fiscal Year 2018.
READ MOREListening Session on Defining Primary Care and Behavioral Health Care Expenditures
January 28, 2020
On February 12th the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) will hold a listening session to solicit public comments and feedback on proposed updates to CHIA's data specifications to…
On February 12th the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) will hold a listening session to solicit public comments and feedback on proposed updates to CHIA's data specifications to…
READ MORENew Data Status Tracker and Workgroup Reminder
January 24, 2020
Data Status Tracker
CHIA has recently taken several steps to enhance the experience of MA APCD and Case Mix data applicants.
Data Status Tracker
CHIA has recently taken several steps to enhance the experience of MA APCD and Case Mix data applicants.
CHIA Publishes New Report on Hospital Readmissions in Massachusetts
December 18, 2019
CHIA today released its most recent analysis of unplanned hospital readmissions in Massachusetts in Hospital-Wide Adult All-Payer Readmissions in Massachusetts: SFY 2011-2018.
CHIA today released its most recent analysis of unplanned hospital readmissions in Massachusetts in Hospital-Wide Adult All-Payer Readmissions in Massachusetts: SFY 2011-2018.
READ MOREMA APCD User Workgroup: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 3:00 P.M.
November 25, 2019
Just a reminder that the next APCD User Workgroup meeting is tomorrow, Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 3:00 p. m.
Just a reminder that the next APCD User Workgroup meeting is tomorrow, Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 3:00 p. m.
READ MORECHIA Publishes First Report on the Massachusetts Nursing Facility Industry
November 22, 2019
For the first time CHIA is releasing a report and interactive dashboard on the Nursing Facility Industry in Massachusetts.
For the first time CHIA is releasing a report and interactive dashboard on the Nursing Facility Industry in Massachusetts.
READ MOREThe Price Is Your Right Transparency Design Challenge Finalists
November 19, 2019
Early this fall, the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), the Massachusetts eHealth Institute (MeHI), the Donaghue Foundation, the Harvard Medical School Department of Health Care Policy, and Freedman…
Early this fall, the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), the Massachusetts eHealth Institute (MeHI), the Donaghue Foundation, the Harvard Medical School Department of Health Care Policy, and Freedman…
CHIA Releases Behavioral Health and Readmissions Report
October 31, 2019
CHIA is excited to publish its second report on behavioral health and readmissions in Massachusetts acute care hospitals.
CHIA is excited to publish its second report on behavioral health and readmissions in Massachusetts acute care hospitals.
READ MORECasemix Workgroup: Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at 3:00 P.M.
October 22, 2019
Just a reminder that the next Case Mix User Workgroup meeting is tomorrow on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at 3:00 p. m.
Just a reminder that the next Case Mix User Workgroup meeting is tomorrow on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at 3:00 p. m.
READ MOREThe Price Is Your Right Transparency Design Challenge is Underway!
October 15, 2019
Do you know any creative minds who can translate complex data into a user-friendly and easy to manage format?
Do you know any creative minds who can translate complex data into a user-friendly and easy to manage format?
READ MORECHIA Reports on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System
October 8, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of its 2019 Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of its 2019 Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
READ MOREAcute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance Report
September 27, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to announce the release of Massachusetts Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance for Fiscal Year 2018.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to announce the release of Massachusetts Acute Hospital and Health System Financial Performance for Fiscal Year 2018.
READ MOREMA APCD User Workgroup: Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 3:00 P.M.
September 23, 2019
Just a reminder that the next APCD User Workgroup meeting is tomorrow, Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 3:00 p. m.
Just a reminder that the next APCD User Workgroup meeting is tomorrow, Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 3:00 p. m.
READ MORECasemix User Workgroup: Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 3:00 p.m.
August 26, 2019
Just a reminder that the next Case Mix User Workgroup meeting is tomorrow on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 3:00 p. m.
Just a reminder that the next Case Mix User Workgroup meeting is tomorrow on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 3:00 p. m.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Updated Massachusetts Enrollment Trends Through March 2019
August 22, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released an updated edition of Enrollment Trends, offering new insights into changes in health insurance coverage in Massachusetts from March 2017…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released an updated edition of Enrollment Trends, offering new insights into changes in health insurance coverage in Massachusetts from March 2017…
READ MOREJoin Us! Price Is Your Right Transparency Design Challenge
August 15, 2019
Do you know any creative minds who can translate complex data into a user-friendly and easy to manage format?
Do you know any creative minds who can translate complex data into a user-friendly and easy to manage format?
READ MORECHIA Releases Massachusetts Employer Survey Results
June 26, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of summary results from a statewide health benefits survey of Massachusetts employers.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of summary results from a statewide health benefits survey of Massachusetts employers.
READ MORENursing Facility Cost Report Update: June 14, 2019
June 14, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) would like to update you regarding the 2018 Nursing Facility Cost Reports.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) would like to update you regarding the 2018 Nursing Facility Cost Reports.
READ MORECHIA Publishes Report on ED Visits after Inpatient Discharge
June 6, 2019
CHIA has released a comprehensive examination of emergency department (ED) visits after inpatient discharge in Massachusetts acute care hospitals.
CHIA has released a comprehensive examination of emergency department (ED) visits after inpatient discharge in Massachusetts acute care hospitals.
READ MORECHIA Reports on Provider Price Variation in Massachusetts
May 31, 2019
CHIA today released its annual update of provider price variation in the commercial health insurance market, facilitating comparison of average provider prices.
CHIA today released its annual update of provider price variation in the commercial health insurance market, facilitating comparison of average provider prices.
CHIA Publishes Research Brief on Health Care Affordability Issues
April 18, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published Affordability Issues Persist Despite Near Universal Health Insurance Coverage: Findings from the Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey, 2017.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published Affordability Issues Persist Despite Near Universal Health Insurance Coverage: Findings from the Massachusetts Health Insurance Survey, 2017.
READ MOREFiscal Year 2020 Budget Public Hearing
April 9, 2019
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Health Information and Analysis Oversight Council (Oversight Council) of the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) will hold a public hearing on CHIA's upcoming fiscal…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Health Information and Analysis Oversight Council (Oversight Council) of the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) will hold a public hearing on CHIA's upcoming fiscal…
New Hospital Readmissions Profiles Available from CHIA
March 19, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of hospital-specific readmissions profiles, offering key insights into the performance of each of the 58 acute care hospitals…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of hospital-specific readmissions profiles, offering key insights into the performance of each of the 58 acute care hospitals…
READ MORENursing Facilities Cost Report Submission Update
March 6, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) would like to update you regarding the 2018 Nursing Facility Cost Reports.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) would like to update you regarding the 2018 Nursing Facility Cost Reports.
Webinar: CHIA's Hospital-Specific Readmissions Profiles
March 4, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), Massachusetts Health and Hospital Association, and Collaborative Healthcare Strategies have partnered to offer a webinar about CHIA's Hospital-Specific Readmissions Profiles.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), Massachusetts Health and Hospital Association, and Collaborative Healthcare Strategies have partnered to offer a webinar about CHIA's Hospital-Specific Readmissions Profiles.
CHIA Publishes Updated MA Enrollment Trends Through September 2018
February 28, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released an updated edition of Enrollment Trends, offering new insights into changes in health insurance coverage in Massachusetts from September 2016…
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today released an updated edition of Enrollment Trends, offering new insights into changes in health insurance coverage in Massachusetts from September 2016…
READ MORENursing Services Cost Report (NSR) for Temporary Nursing Service Agencies
February 4, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is now collecting cost reports for the fiscal year (FY) ending in 2017 from all Temporary Nursing Services Agencies (TNS).
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is now collecting cost reports for the fiscal year (FY) ending in 2017 from all Temporary Nursing Services Agencies (TNS).
READ MORENursing Services Cost Report (NSR) Update
January 16, 2019
CHIA would like to update you regarding the required submission of the Nursing Services Cost Report (NSR).
CHIA would like to update you regarding the required submission of the Nursing Services Cost Report (NSR).
Announcing MA ACPD Release 7.0
January 8, 2019
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to announce the availability of Release 7. 0 of the Massachusetts All-Payer Claims Database (MA APCD).
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is excited to announce the availability of Release 7. 0 of the Massachusetts All-Payer Claims Database (MA APCD).
READ MORECHIA Publishes New Report on Hospital Readmissions in Massachusetts
December 18, 2018
CHIA today released its most recent analysis of unplanned hospital readmissions in Massachusetts in Hospital-Wide Adult All-Payer Readmissions in Massachusetts: SFY 2011-2017.
CHIA today released its most recent analysis of unplanned hospital readmissions in Massachusetts in Hospital-Wide Adult All-Payer Readmissions in Massachusetts: SFY 2011-2017.
READ MORECHIA Releases Interactive Hospital Profiles
December 12, 2018
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published a comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for Fiscal Year 2017.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today published a comprehensive analysis of Massachusetts hospital performance for Fiscal Year 2017.
READ MORECHIA Reports on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System
September 12, 2018
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of its 2018 Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
The Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) today announced the release of its 2018 Annual Report on the Performance of the Massachusetts Health Care System.
READ MORE