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1. Cluster Analysis reveals Socioeconomic Disparities among Elective Spine Surgery Patients.

Author

Orlenko A, Freda PJ, Ghosh A, Choi H, Matsumoto N, Bright TJ, Walker CT, Obafemi-Ajayi T, and Moore JH

Subjects
Aged, Humans, United States, Computational Biology, Racial Groups, Cluster Analysis, Socioeconomic Disparities in Health, Medicare
Abstract

This work demonstrates the use of cluster analysis in detecting fair and unbiased novel discoveries. Given a sample population of elective spinal fusion patients, we identify two overarching subgroups driven by insurance type. The Medicare group, associated with lower socioeconomic status, exhibited an over-representation of negative risk factors. The findings provide a compelling depiction of the interwoven socioeconomic and racial disparities present within the healthcare system, highlighting their consequential effects on health inequalities. The results are intended to guide design of fair and precise machine learning models based on intentional integration of population stratification.

Published
2024

2. Purchasing power.

Author

Paper, Position and Lievonen, J. Mark

Subjects
HEALTH policy, MEDICAID, MEDICARE, MEDICAL care
Abstract

The article discusses how public-sector procurement policies can drive innovation in Canada. It is stated that Canada's public-sector purchasing policies let cost per unit drive decision-making too often. It is noted that in the healthcare sustainability debate, the Canadian life sciences industry should have a role.

Published
2012