Comparing a single-stage geocoding method to a multi-stage geocoding method: how much and where do they disagree?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Geocoding methods vary among spatial epidemiology studies. Errors in the geocoding process and differential match rates may reduce study validity. We compared two geocoding methods using 8,157 Washington State addresses. The multi-st...

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Main Authors: Rice Kenneth, Whitsel Eric A, Hoskins Richard, Weiss Jeremy C, Lovasi Gina S, Erickson Craig F, Psaty Bruce M
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-03-01
Series:International Journal of Health Geographics
Online Access:http://www.ij-healthgeographics.com/content/6/1/12