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What are some limitations of Medicare data I need to consider?

April 26, 2017Data limitations medicare

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What are some limitations of Medicare data I need to consider?

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There are several limitations of Medicare data: • In general, the exclusion of persons under age 65 • The exclusion of individuals over 65 not enrolled in Medicare • Exclusion of claims paid by a source other than Medicare • Data (variables) were collected for the purpose of making healthcare payments, not for research