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Data quality statement
This consultation paper utilises hospital separation data for admitted patients for 2006–07 through to 2016–17, from the Admitted Patient Care data set collection.
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This exploration of potentially preventable hospitalisations focuses on conditions that may be prevented or managed best by general practice to minimise likelihood of admission. The proposed specification was developed in conjunction with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners with a view to use as a flexible reporting and education tool for care improvement. Feedback is sought for this proposed specification.
This consultation paper utilises hospital separation data for admitted patients for 2006–07 through to 2016–17, from the Admitted Patient Care data set collection.