NRD Data Analysis Using STATA by AxeUSCE

Learn how to manage and analyze Nationwide Readmissions Database (NRD) data using STATA for health outcomes and readmiss

What you'll learn
- Understand the structure and purpose of the Nationwide Readmissions Database (NRD)
- Import and clean NRD datasets using STATA
- Identify and analyze hospital readmissions accurately
- Apply statistical methods to draw insights from NRD for research or publication

Requirements
- Basic knowledge of STATA (or willingness to learn)
- Interest in healthcare data, readmissions, or outcomes research
- No prior experience with NRD required

Description
NRD Data Analysis – A Practical Guide for Healthcare Research

This course is your step-by-step guide to mastering theNationwide Readmissions Database (NRD)—a powerful resource for analyzing hospital readmissions and conducting health services research. Designed for healthcare professionals, medical students, public health researchers, and data analysts, this course equips you with the practical skills needed to work with real-world hospital data and publish impactful studies.

What You’ll Learn:

Understand the structure, design, and purpose of the NRD

Navigate and download NRD datasets via HCUP

Import raw ASCII data files into STATA

Merge core, severity, and hospital files accurately

Apply appropriate discharge weights for national estimates

Conduct descriptive statistics, bivariate analysis, and multivariate regression

Interpret output to address clinical and policy-relevant questions

Develop tables and graphs suitable for peer-reviewed publication

Hands-On Learning:

This course goes beyond theory. You’ll work throughreal coding examplesusing STATA, exploreactual research scenarios, and receive guidance onbest practices for data management and reporting. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to conduct your own NRD-based analysis with confidence and clarity.

Why Choose This Course?

Developed byAxeUSCE, a trusted name in healthcare research education

Based oncurrent datasetsandreal research workflows

Ideal for publication preparation, academic projects, or institutional research

Accessible to beginners with basic STATA experience

Whether you’re aiming to publish in top medical journals, support healthcare policy decisions, or enhance your data analysis skills, this course will give you a strong foundation in working with the NRD dataset.

Who this course is for:
- Medical, public health, or pharmacy students interested in health services research
- Clinicians and researchers conducting readmission analysis
- Data analysts working in healthcare or hospital systems
- Anyone preparing publications using NRD
More Info