The Vancouver Community Analytics Tool (VCAT): Software Enabling Operationalization of the Building Blocks of High-Performing Primary Care at Community Health Centers in British Columbia, Canada

Abstract

VCAT models, analyzes, and visualizes the complexity profiles and service utilization patterns of complex populations, thereby enabling system administrators and clinicians to improve system performance and quality of care. The software represents a significant advance for health services research and is transforming the organization, delivery, and evaluation of primary health care services.