Encounter Data Source and Processing (August 2023)

This video is one segment in a series of videos from ResDAC’s Introduction to the Use of the Medicare Encounter Data for Research (August 2023).

This presentation describes where to find information on encounter data submission, which plans are
required to submit and required submission data elements. Key differences between encounters and
claims for payment are described. Chart review records, a unique feature of encounter data, are also
introduced.

ResDAC Presenter: Stephanie Jarosek, PhD, RN