Table 3.
Specificity of the Record Linkage
| Data Source for Deaths | Patients Known Alive | Number Linked | Specificity (%) | 95% CI (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 14073 | 0 | 100.00 | 99.98-100.00 |
| United States | 6,444 | 6 | 99.90 | 99.79-99.97 |
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