Leveraging Data to Improve the Quality and Affordability of Spine Care demonstrates the importance of the first provider seen by a patient with a spinal condition, and the treatment that occurs, or does not occur, in the first 2 weeks of managing the patient.

This 90-minute, on-demand webcast features unique data sets from over six million complete spine episodes. While there is a high degree of consistency in clinical practice guidelines for managing spinal conditions, actual clinical practice remains highly variable. These data can help inform on the more optimal care pathways leading to improvements in the quality and affordability of spine care.

Data Analytics Sample

Although published estimates vary, it is generally acknowledged that about $90 billion is spent in the US on the diagnosis and management of low back and neck pain each year. An additional $10 to $20 billion annually is attributed to associated economic losses in productivity, making spinal care the subject of considerable analysis.

There is a $15.00 fee for participating in this on-demand webcast.

Special Offer:  State-Specific Data
In addition to the on-demand webcast, state-specific data illustrating the care pathway attributes for spine patients seeking treatment can also be requested. Examples of the types of state-specific data include:

• Rate and timing of use of imaging, opioids, injections, and conservative care
• Variability in performance of individual providers
• Episode attributes and costs associated with different first providers seen for an episode of a spinal complaint

These comprehensive data reports are usually $40.00 each. Webcast participants will receive a $5 off coupon upon completion of the presentation to use towards the purchase of state-specific data. Volume discounts are available by contacting OptumHealth Education at [email protected].
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Presenter
David Elton, DC
Senior Vice President
Clinical Programs
Optum Physical Health
Eden Prairie, MN

About the Presenter
As senior vice president of clinical programs for Optum Physical Health, Dave Elton works to support providers in their efforts to align care with best clinical evidence leading to improved quality and reduced variability in clinical decision-making.

Dave holds a doctor of chiropractic degree from Northwestern Health Sciences University. Prior to joining Optum, he served in a clinical leadership role within a multi-site, multi-state, multi-disciplinary physical rehabilitation company.

Hardware/Software Requirements
To view this presentation, you will need Internet Explorer 7.0+ or Firefox 3.0+ with Windows Media Player 9+, RealPlayer 12+, or Adobe Flash Player 9+. Be sure to disable your pop-up blocking software before beginning the program.