Dementia Prior to MCI? Exploring Frequency and Factors Associated with Diagnostic Discrepancies in a Large EMR System

This study identified demographic, clinical, and care setting variables associated with diagnostic discrepancies in a large patient population at a metropolitan health center. Our results emphasize the importance of continued efforts to understand and address inequities in diagnostic pathways, which are especially relevant in the current era of disease-modifying treatments targeting early disease processes. We will discuss the implications of these findings for clinical care and the development of targeted interventions for improved and equitable diagnostic workflows.