AHRQ Eyes Easier Healthcare Data Orders Online
Published Date: 4/30/2025
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Summary
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) wants to update its online order form for healthcare data products. This affects anyone who uses the Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP) products and might mean smoother, easier ordering soon. They’re asking for approval now, so keep an eye out for changes that could save time and hassle!
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