Analytic Guidance
Technical guidance documentation is available to explain various methods for calculating population statistics using the CCW data and summary files. This documentation provides guidance to researchers on how to appropriately identify a study group based on clinical criteria (or a combination of clinical and coverage specifications), and define an appropriate denominator for rate calculations, if applicable.
Technical Guidance Documentation:
- CCW Technical Guidance: Getting Started with CMS Administrative Research Files
- CCW Technical Guidance for Researchers: Calculating Population Statistics
- CCW Technical Guidance for Researchers: Summarizing and Describing Prescription Drug Utilization
A user guide provides information that may be helpful in understanding and analyzing the CCW data including descriptions of the CCW population, chronic condition definitions, and limitations of the data:
User Documentation:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
For additional information related to the chronic condition flags or CCW data, please email CCWhelp@vangent.com.