Minnesota All Payer Claims Database
Benefits of Data Submission

By participating in the MN APCD, self-funded employers gain access to custom analytics and reports that help them compare health spending to benchmarks based on more representative data.

Key data insights

MN APCD reports provide a clear view of:

• Spending trends: Track member encounters and average monthly spending per person.
• Cost sharing: See the breakdown between employer costs and employee out-of-pocket expenses.
• Price transparency: Compare your negotiated provider prices against other payers in Minnesota to gain leverage during contract negotiations.

Strategic planning

Analyzing healthcare usage by location and medical condition helps you understand your workforce’s unique needs, including:

• Chronic conditions: The prevalence of ongoing health issues among employees.
• High-value care: How often employees access top-tier services.
• Treatment standards: Whether employees are receiving care based on medical best practices.