Validity of Area-Based Social Risk Indices Used at Higher-Level Geographies and Clinic Locations - Takeaways - MDSpire

Validity of Area-Based Social Risk Indices Used at Higher-Level Geographies and Clinic Locations

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  • Nathaniel Hendrix

  • Nicole Gladish

  • Neil S. Kamdar

  • David H. Rehkopf

  • June 30, 2026

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    Social risks in the environment can negatively impact health through factors like air quality and healthcare access.

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    Many claims datasets lack small-area location data, limiting the use of neighborhood-based social risk measures.

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    The study assessed correlations between three social risk indices and chronic disease outcomes using a primary care dataset.

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    Three area-based social risk indices were calculated using American Community Survey data from 2016 to 2020.

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    Social risk indices at clinic locations showed weak correlation with those at patients' home addresses.

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Validity of Area-Based Social Risk Indices Used at Higher-Level Geographies and Clinic Locations

  • by Nathaniel Hendrix, Nicole Gladish, Neil S. Kamdar, David H. Rehkopf

  • June 30, 2026

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