Thanks, I was wondering the same. For those downvoting this question, I think askers are trying to weigh the benefits of better data-based decision making vers

Thanks, I was wondering the same. For those downvoting this question, I think askers are trying to weigh the benefits of better data-based decision making versus privacy. Amidst an opioid crisis we're wondering if more patient-level data may have helped form an earlier picture of abuse. Having done some data science, I immediately see the benefits of clearer pictures to inform policy; and having lucked out of being targeted for medical violence I'm honestly looking for examples.