Assignment
Comparing performance is a common business strategy, including those among healthcare facilities. As a data analyst, you are asked to evaluate a data source to be used for benchmarking purposes. Then, you will create a presentation of your findings.
Using the Hospitals Compare feature on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services website, access benchmarking data for local hospitals.
• Conduct a search by name, proximity, or geography following the instructions under the heading "Find a Hospital?"
• Select at least two facilities to compare by selecting "Add to Compare"
• Select "Compare Now"
• Select one of the Categories/Tabs at the top (example - Survey, Complications)
• Select a Category from the drop-down arrow(s)
• Select "Show Graphs"
• Copy and/or save graphs
Create an 8-10 slide PowerPoint presentation with a title, introduction, and reference page to:
• Describe the use of benchmarking and comparative data. Provide at least 3 examples, based on your Hospitals Compare results.
• Discuss statistical data that allow comparative measures, such as mean and median. Provide at least 3 examples, based on your Hospitals Compare results.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.