Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas._x000D_
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There are many purposes for and types of health care data. In this discussion, you will summarize the purpose for and types of health care data, and discuss the emerging field of data analytics and Big Data as they are used in health care management. Include the following in your discussion post:_x000D_
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Explain the purpose of healthcare data and its relevance to patient outcomes and reimbursement._x000D_
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Internal and external sources of data in healthcare_x000D_
Qualitative and quantitative data in healthcare_x000D_
Discuss data analytics and how it is being used in healthcare management and healthcare delivery._x000D_
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PLEASE USE THESE TWO CITES AS YOUR MAIN REFERENCE :_x000D_
Chapter 14: https://coloradotech.vitalsource.com/reader/books/9781584265955/epubcfi/6/42[idloc_020.xhtml-itemref]!/4[eid1]/4/2/2/4_x000D_
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MUSE: https://class.ctuonline.edu/_layouts/MUSEViewer/MUSE.aspx?mid=21582338