Population Health Management. A Position Paper

Abstract

Population Health Management (PHM) is the concept of aggregating population data with data from multiple care and service settings, the analysis of that data into a single, actionable patient record, and using the insights gained to identify that population’s specific health care needs and to develop a tailored response to them. This is to be brought about through use of data analytics, artificial intelligence and digital technologies, by stratifying populations according to risk of deterioration in health. This allows faster access to, and greater accuracy of, diagnostic tests and use of personalised treatment plans. Well- developed personalised interventions are key to better outcomes and cost savings, especially in populations with chronic diseases.