LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM / ACCESSWIRE / December 19, 2024 / Black Book Market Research, a leading global healthcare technology research firm, has released the findings of an extensive ten-month survey conducted in 2024. The survey engaged 2,525 technology, clinical, and financial leaders across healthcare systems worldwide, including Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, and South America. The study highlights how nations are leveraging advanced digital solutions to revolutionize population health management (PHM) and address critical healthcare challenges.

Global Impact of Population Health Management Tools

The independent polling reveals that PHM tools are significantly enhancing care delivery and coordination globally. In the Asia-Pacific region, 85% of respondents reported substantial improvements in care coordination after implementing PHM tools, accompanied by a 17% reduction in preventable hospitalizations. Similarly, in urban Europe, 78% of respondents experienced improvements in care coordination, with a 35% reduction in preventable hospitalizations. These findings underscore the global impact of PHM tools in improving healthcare outcomes and reducing unnecessary hospital admissions.

Technological Advancements in Population Health Management

The research indicates a growing trend among healthcare organizations and governments in emerging markets to integrate sophisticated population health tools into their ecosystems. These tools encompass advanced analytics, care coordination, and statistical modeling, playing a pivotal role in identifying at-risk populations, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring efficient healthcare delivery. Adoption rates for PHM tools in English-speaking regions have increased by 62% since 2020, driven by the demand for scalable solutions to combat chronic diseases and improve public health outcomes.

"Sophisticated software solutions are empowering healthcare providers with real-time data analytics, predictive modeling, and integrated care pathways," added Doug Brown, Founder and CEO of Black Book Market Research. "By leveraging these technologies, global locations are overcoming logistical and resource constraints to improve healthcare delivery and foster more resilient health systems."

Standout PHM Vendor Performances 2024

The survey provides insights into the population health software capabilities of various providers, focusing on implementation stories, client experiences, and healthcare delivery outcomes:

• MedicalDirector (Australia): MedicalDirector's "MD Insights" is a population health reporting system that enables healthcare providers to securely identify patients based on previous investigations, filter information to identify recall candidates, and access highly customizable clinical reporting features. This tool enhances patient care and supports practice accreditation by providing actionable insights into patient populations.

• Intrahealth (New Zealand): Intrahealth specializes in public health software solutions designed to synchronize, analyze, and adapt to changing standards. Their systems facilitate efficient task management, promote evidence-based practices, enhance clinical decision-making, and reduce care variability. Intrahealth's configurable solutions meet the unique needs of organizations with complex workflows across multiple disciplines, including public health, justice health, and community health services.

• Fujitsu (Japan): Fujitsu's Next-Generation Healthcare Innovation Center has introduced the 4th generation of regional Health Information Network for population health management. In Finland, Fujitsu provides Virtual Connected Care across hospital, community, and social care services through the HUS Health Village, enhancing care coordination and patient engagement.

• Innovaccer (India. Asia Pacific): Innovaccer's solutions have been associated with reductions in hospital readmissions and improvements in rural healthcare access in the Asia-Pacific region. Their AI-driven analytics enhance care coordination and predictive patient outcomes.

• Epic Systems (United Kingdom. Australia): Epic's "Healthy Planet" module has been implemented in the United Kingdom and Australia, with reports of reductions in emergency department visits for diabetic patients in the UK. Health systems in Australia have observed improvements in rural patient follow-up rates through Epic's telehealth capabilities.

• InterSystems (International): TrakCare has been utilized in chronic disease management in South Africa, with reports of reduced treatment delays by 40%. In Bahrain, it has been used to streamline immunization efforts, improving vaccine administration rates by 35%. It has also been associated with reductions in hospital readmission rates across Europe.

• Oracle Health (International): Oracle's AI-driven analytics have been linked to reductions in treatment delays in India and support for the Healthy China 2030 initiative. Their solutions contribute to reducing complications related to diabetes and cardiovascular diseases in Australia.

• CitiusTech (India, Southeast Asia): CitiusTech's tools have been associated with increases in early diagnosis rates for chronic disease management and reductions in patient wait times in India and Southeast Asia.

• Dedalus (Italy, Netherlands, Japan, Australia): Dedalus has played a pivotal role in managing aging populations and supporting telemedicine in Italy and the Netherlands, helping to deliver efficient care to elderly patients. In Japan, Dedalus has contributed to aging population management and telemedicine. In Australia, it has been involved in improving rural healthcare access with increases in telehealth consultations.

• Softway (Brazil, Mexico): Softway's culturally adaptive approach has been involved in chronic condition management and prevention programs in Brazil and Mexico, with AI-powered platforms aiming to improve health literacy in underserved communities.

• Nizi (Brazil, Mexico): Nizi's digital health tools have been associated with improvements in patient engagement and adherence in Brazil and Mexico, leading to positive health outcomes in chronic disease management and prevention.

• CompuGroup Medical (Germany, Africa): CompuGroup Medical's solutions have been involved in chronic disease management and immunization tracking in Europe and Africa, as well as in maternal and child health programs in Africa.

• Milliman (Japan, India, China, South Korea): Milliman's analytics have been associated with reductions in healthcare costs, optimization of hospital resource allocation, and support for aging population initiatives.

• NEC Corporation (Japan): NEC's AI-driven platforms in Japan have been linked to improvements in early detection of chronic diseases, enhancing preventive care and patient satisfaction.

• Telstra Health (Australia): Telstra Health has been involved in managing chronic conditions through remote patient monitoring and facilitating data sharing for improved care coordination in Australia.

• Orion Health (New Zealand): Orion Health's interoperability-focused platforms have been associated with reductions in hospital admissions for chronic disease patients and improvements in clinical decision-making through better data accessibility in New Zealand.

• Health Catalyst (International): Health Catalyst has extended its data and analytics solutions beyond the United States, engaging in strategic partnerships to enhance healthcare delivery in various regions. In 2020, the company entered a multi-year strategic partnership with the Middle East Healthcare Company (MEAHCO) to service six Saudi German Hospitals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aiming to provide advanced data and analytics technology solutions to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Additionally, under the leadership of Farhana Nakhooda, Senior Vice President for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, Health Catalyst focuses on improving healthcare outcomes, access to care, and reducing costs across APAC, leveraging data and analytics to drive improvements in healthcare delivery.

• Comarch (Poland, China, Finland, Netherland): Comarch provides end-to-end healthcare IT solutions, including EHR, telemedicine, and hospital management systems. In Finland and the Netherlands, Comarch has driven improvements in patient engagement and preventive care strategies through analytics-driven solutions, enhancing population health management initiatives. In China, Comarch has been instrumental in enhancing regional population health strategies by improving patient engagement and supporting preventive care initiatives.

These vendors have demonstrated exceptional capabilities in population health management across global locations, contributing to improved healthcare delivery and patient outcomes through innovative technologies and services.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Global Population Health Technology

The report underscores the urgent necessity of deploying scalable digital health solutions in regions with limited healthcare infrastructure. Developing nations, particularly in Southeast Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa, have demonstrated the potential of technology to address systemic challenges. For example, real-time disease tracking has significantly curtailed the spread of infectious diseases in Southeast Asia, while mobile-first health tools have driven notable increases in rural vaccination rates across Sub-Saharan Africa.

In more developed regions, urban centers in Europe are leveraging advanced analytics and predictive modeling to meet the demands of aging populations and the complexities of chronic disease management. Cities such as Warsaw and Berlin are leading by example, showcasing measurable gains in operational efficiency and resource optimization through the integration of these cutting-edge tools.

"Population health tools, particularly those rooted in data-driven analytics and sophisticated care coordination frameworks, are transforming the healthcare landscape globally," remarked Brown. "While adoption rates have surged in high-resource settings, the challenge lies in bridging the gap for underserved regions. The integration of these technologies into broader health systems, coupled with innovative partnerships, is critical for ensuring universal health coverage. Notably, 68% of global healthcare stakeholders indicate plans to expand their PHM capabilities by 2026, highlighting a steadfast commitment to advancing digital health innovation."

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