Federated Networks
DARTNet federated networks are able to securely link electronic health information across the boundaries of individual practices, hospitals, or health organizations while maintaining patient privacy...[more]
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DARTNet Central Office
AAFP National Research Network
11400 Tomahawk Creek Parkway
Leawood, KS 66211
913.906.6000 ext. 3176
913.906.6099 (fax)
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Better Information for Enhanced Care
DARTNet is a rapidly growing collaboration of practice-based research networks that are working to build a national collection of electronic health record (EHR) data, claims data, and patient reported outcomes data. The networks seek to blend quality improvement, effectiveness and translational research with a data driven-learning system. The learning system includes advanced performance measures and assistance with the development and deployment of clinical decision support systems. Seven such networks are members of DARTNet, representing more than 55 organizations and more than 3,000 clinicians throughout the United States.
The first and largest DARTNet federated network, called AcTIONet, was formed in 2007 with funding from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, the nation's federal agency dedicated to research on healthcare quality, costs, outcomes, and patient safety. [Read more about us.]
Current News
Two DARTNet member organizations received funding to improve integration of mental health care and primary care. See our New page for details.
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- Financial incentives for participation in studies
- Immediate opportunities to test quality improvements for diabetes and depression care
- Participation in learning community
- Recognition as leader in medical safety and effectiveness
