Healthcare Data Scraper - CMS, FDA & Clinical Trials

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.071Z Create a README for an Apify Actor with the name "Healthcare Data Scraper - CMS, FDA & Clinical Trials".

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.072Z The actor Scrapes live US healthcare data from 3 government sources: CMS hospital quality ratings for 46,000+ facilities, FDA drug shortage alerts, and actively recruiting clinical trials from ClinicalTrials.gov. Filter by state, medical condition, and data source. Returns structured JSON data. Perfect for healthcare researchers, investors, analysts, and developers who need reliable automated access to public health data..

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.073Z The actor's target website is https://data.cms.gov.

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.077Z Base the README on the following examples of Apify Actors READMES:

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.078Z 1. https://apify.com/misceres/indeed-scraper,

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.080Z Use this template as a suggested structure, but you can modify it if it helps make the content clearer:

2026-04-30T16:29:49.081Z ## What does [Actor Name] do?

2026-04-30T16:29:49.081Z [Actor Name] will enable you to get more data from [target website name with link] than the official [target website name] API.

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.082Z [Actor Name] can scrape:

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.085Z ## Why scrape [target website name]?

2026-04-30T16:29:49.086Z [target website name] has X number of users and is a great source of data for [industry or use case].

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.086Z Here are just some of the ways you could use that data:

2026-04-30T16:29:49.087Z - use case 1

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.088Z - use case 3

2026-04-30T16:29:49.088Z - use case 4

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.089Z If you would like more inspiration on how scraping [target website name] could help your business or organization, check out our [industry pages](https://apify.com/industries).

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.090Z ## How to scrape [target website name]

2026-04-30T16:29:49.091Z It's easy to scrape [target website name with link] with [Actor Name]. Just follow these few steps and you'll get your data in a few minutes.

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.092Z 1. Click on Try for free.

2026-04-30T16:29:49.093Z 2. Enter the keywords or search terms you want to scrape. Or enter a URL to start scraping.

2026-04-30T16:29:49.094Z 3. Click on Run.

2026-04-30T16:29:49.094Z 4. When [Actor Name] has finished, preview or download your data from the Dataset tab.

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.095Z ## How much will it cost to scrape [target website name]?

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.097Z But if you need to get more data regularly from [target website name], you should grab an Apify subscription. We recommend our [$49/month Starter plan](https://apify.com/pricing) - you can get up to XXXXXX every month with the $49 monthly plan!

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.098Z Or get XXXXXXXX results for $499 with the [Scale plan](https://apify.com/pricing) - wow!

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.100Z ## Results

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.102Z ## Tips for scraping [target website name]

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2026-04-30T16:29:49.104Z ## Is it legal to scrape [target website name]?

2026-04-30T16:29:49.104Z Note that personal data is protected by GDPR in the European Union and by other regulations around the world.

2026-04-30T16:29:49.104Z You should not scrape personal data unless you have a legitimate reason to do so.

2026-04-30T16:29:49.105Z If you're unsure whether your reason is legitimate, consult your lawyers.

2026-04-30T16:29:49.107Z We also recommend that you read our blog post: [is web scraping legal?](https://blog.apify.com/is-web-scraping-legal/).

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.258Z # Healthcare Data Scraper - CMS, FDA & Clinical Trials

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.259Z ## What does Healthcare Data Scraper do?

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.260Z Healthcare Data Scraper enables you to access comprehensive US healthcare data from multiple government sources with greater flexibility than individual APIs. This actor automates data collection from three authoritative sources, providing structured, real-time information in JSON format.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.261Z Healthcare Data Scraper can scrape:

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.263Z ## Why scrape US healthcare data?

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.263Z The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and ClinicalTrials.gov collectively manage critical healthcare information accessed by millions annually. These sources are essential for understanding hospital performance, medication availability, and treatment options across the United States.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.264Z Here are just some of the ways you could use this data:

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.264Z - **Healthcare Research**: Analyze hospital quality trends, patient outcomes, and regional healthcare disparities

2026-04-30T16:30:05.265Z - **Investment Analysis**: Identify healthcare facility performance metrics and investment opportunities in the healthcare sector

2026-04-30T16:30:05.265Z - **Drug Supply Chain Management**: Monitor FDA shortage alerts to optimize pharmaceutical inventory and procurement

2026-04-30T16:30:05.265Z - **Clinical Trial Recruitment**: Identify active trials matching specific medical conditions and patient demographics

2026-04-30T16:30:05.266Z - **Healthcare Journalism**: Access verified government data for reporting on healthcare policy and facility performance

2026-04-30T16:30:05.266Z - **Patient Advocacy**: Help patients find quality facilities and relevant clinical trial opportunities

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.267Z If you would like more inspiration on how scraping healthcare data could help your business or organization, check out our [industry pages](https://apify.com/industries).

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.267Z ## How to scrape US healthcare data

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.268Z It's easy to scrape healthcare data with Healthcare Data Scraper. Just follow these simple steps and you'll get your data in minutes.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.268Z 1. Click on **Try for free**.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.269Z 4. Click on **Run**.

2026-04-30T16:30:05.269Z 5. When Healthcare Data Scraper has finished, preview or download your data from the Dataset tab.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.270Z ## How much will it cost to scrape healthcare data?

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.295Z Apify gives you $5 free usage credits every month on the [Apify Free plan](https://apify.com/pricing). Depending on the scope of your scraping, you can get a substantial amount of healthcare data per month completely free.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.296Z But if you need to regularly collect data from these government sources, consider an Apify subscription. We recommend our [$49/month Starter plan](https://apify.com/pricing) for consistent access to healthcare data updates.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.297Z For large-scale data collection projects, the [Scale plan](https://apify.com/pricing) at $499/month provides extensive usage allowances ideal for enterprise healthcare research and analysis.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.297Z ## Results

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.298Z Healthcare Data Scraper returns structured JSON data with the following format:

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.298Z ```json

2026-04-30T16:30:05.299Z {

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.299Z "facilityName": "General Hospital Medical Center",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.299Z "state": "NY",

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.300Z "qualityRating": 4.5,

2026-04-30T16:30:05.300Z "patientSatisfactionScore": 8.2,

2026-04-30T16:30:05.300Z "mortilityRate": 0.98,

2026-04-30T16:30:05.301Z "readmissionRate": 15.2,

2026-04-30T16:30:05.301Z "lastUpdated": "2024-01-15"

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.302Z ```json

2026-04-30T16:30:05.302Z {

2026-04-30T16:30:05.302Z "source": "FDA",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.303Z "drugName": "Medication X",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.303Z "activeIngredient": "Chemical Compound",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.303Z "shortageStatus": "Current Shortage",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.303Z "expectingResolution": "2024-02-28",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.303Z "therapeuticArea": "Oncology",

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.305Z ```json

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.305Z "source": "ClinicalTrials",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.305Z "trialID": "NCT04567890",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.305Z "trialName": "Study of Treatment for Condition Z",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.306Z "condition": "Condition Z",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.306Z "phase": "Phase 3",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.306Z "recruitmentStatus": "Recruiting",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.306Z "studyType": "Interventional",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.307Z "sponsoringOrganization": "University Hospital",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.307Z "locations": ["New York, NY", "Boston, MA"],

2026-04-30T16:30:05.307Z "eligibilityCriteria": "18-75 years old",

2026-04-30T16:30:05.307Z "contactEmail": "trials@universityhospital.org"

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.308Z ## Tips for scraping US healthcare data

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.309Z - **Use state filters** to focus on specific regions and reduce data volume

2026-04-30T16:30:05.309Z - **Filter by medical condition** when researching clinical trials to find the most relevant studies

2026-04-30T16:30:05.309Z - **Monitor FDA alerts regularly** to stay current on drug shortage information

2026-04-30T16:30:05.309Z - **Combine multiple sources** for comprehensive facility and treatment analysis

2026-04-30T16:30:05.310Z - **Schedule regular runs** to track changes in hospital quality ratings and clinical trial availability over time

2026-04-30T16:30:05.310Z - **Respect data freshness** - CMS data is typically updated quarterly, while FDA alerts update more frequently

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.310Z ## Is it legal to scrape this healthcare data?

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.311Z The data sources used by Healthcare Data Scraper (CMS, FDA, and ClinicalTrials.gov) are public government databases intended for public access and research. Scraping this data is legal and encouraged as part of the government's commitment to transparency.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.311Z However, note that personal health information and protected health information (PHI) are regulated under HIPAA in the United States and similar regulations globally. While the data collected by this actor is public and de-identified, you should ensure your use of the data complies with all applicable healthcare privacy laws.

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2026-04-30T16:30:05.312Z We recommend reading our blog post on [is web scraping legal?](https://blog.apify.com/is-web-scraping-legal/) for more information about scraping regulations.

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