title: Knowledge is power: comparative analysis software is a powerful tool for healthcare.
authors.affiliation: HealthShare Technology, Acton, MA, USA.
authors.forename: R B
authors.initials: RB
authors.lastname: Siegrist
mesh_terms: D019985:Benchmarking; D003363:Cost Control / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D003695:Delivery of Health Care / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D004465:Economic Competition / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D007349:Insurance, Health, Reimbursement / Q000191:economics; D017008:Negotiating; D011907:Rate Setting and Review / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D012984:Software