> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.dataplex-consulting.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.dataplex-consulting.com/snowflake-access/snowflake.md).

# Getting Started with Snowflake

Access Dataplex healthcare data products directly through Snowflake Marketplace. No data movement, no ETL: query our data instantly within your Snowflake environment.

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**Ready to get started?**

[Browse Our Snowflake Marketplace Listings →](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/providers/GZT1Z125KCG/Dataplex%20Consulting%20%26%20Data%20Products)
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## Why Snowflake Marketplace?

| Benefit                | Description                                                                 |
| ---------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Instant Access**     | Data is available immediately after subscription, with no provisioning wait |
| **Zero Data Movement** | Query data directly in Snowflake without copying or syncing                 |
| **Managed Billing**    | Snowflake handles subscription payments through your existing account       |
| **Automatic Updates**  | Data refreshes automatically, so you always access the latest version       |
| **Native Integration** | Works with your existing Snowflake roles, warehouses, and tools             |

## Available Data Products

Visit our [Snowflake Marketplace provider page](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/providers/GZT1Z125KCG/Dataplex%20Consulting%20%26%20Data%20Products) to see all available listings:

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FDA FAERS and FDA MAUDE are superseded. [FDA AEMS](/data-catalog/fda-aems-dataset.md) unifies FAERS + MAUDE with ongoing updates. New buyers should start with FDA AEMS.
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| Data Product                                        | Coverage                                                                               | Marketplace Listing                                                                                                                               |
| --------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **ACA Marketplace Analytics Dataset**               | 50M+ records                                                                           | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRSXWC/dataplex-consulting-data-products-aca-marketplace-analytics-dataset)    |
| **Canadian Provider Registry**                      | 93K+ providers                                                                         | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRSX3V/dataplex-consulting-data-products-canadian-provider-registry)           |
| **CDC Open Data Product**                           | 1.7B+ records                                                                          | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z125KEY/dataplex-consulting-data-products-cdc-open-data-product)                 |
| **Census LEHD LODES Employment Dataset**            | 2.8B+ records                                                                          | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRSWHE/dataplex-consulting-data-products-census-lehd-lodes-employment-dataset) |
| **CMS Data Feeds Dataset**                          | 73B+ records, 232 feeds                                                                | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z125KDH/dataplex-consulting-data-products-cms-data-feeds-dataset)                |
| **CMS Data Research Dataset**                       | Research datasets                                                                      | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z125KDP/dataplex-consulting-data-products-cms-data-research-dataset)             |
| **CMS Medicaid Provider Spending Dataset**          | 227M+ Medicaid claims records                                                          | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRSYVE)                                                                        |
| **CMS NPPES Provider Dataset**                      | 8M+ providers                                                                          | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z125KD9/dataplex-consulting-data-products-cms-nppes-provider-dataset)            |
| **CMS Nursing Home Compliance Intelligence**        | 16K+ facilities, monthly history since Jan 2019                                        | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRT1QB)                                                                        |
| **CMS Prior Authorization Compliance Intelligence** | Obligation matrix + 475+ payers, posted PA metrics                                     | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRT1XU)                                                                        |
| **FDA AEMS Adverse Events Dataset**                 | 23M+ drug + device adverse event reports                                               | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRT19A)                                                                        |
| **FDA FAERS Dataset**                               | 18M+ events                                                                            | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z125KFN/dataplex-consulting-data-products-fda-faers-dataset)                     |
| **FDA MAUDE Dataset**                               | 14M+ events                                                                            | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z125KF7/dataplex-consulting-data-products-fda-maude-dataset)                     |
| **FDA Total Diet Study Dataset**                    | 930K+ analytical results                                                               | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRT0BH)                                                                        |
| **HRSA Healthcare Resources Dataset**               | 40K+ records                                                                           | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRSW96)                                                                        |
| **NPPES Provider Golden Record**                    | 9.5M NPIs, 19M address rows, 11 tables; validated, deduped, PECOS-enrolled, FHIR-ready | [View Listing](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRT0IO)                                                                        |

## Native Apps

Beyond shared datasets, two Dataplex Native Apps install from the Marketplace directly into your account, each with a 30-day full-application free trial:

| App                                                | What it does                                                          | Marketplace Listing                                                   |
| -------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **FacilityGuard: Facility Ownership Intelligence** | Filed-change watchlist over CMS-disclosed SNF ownership               | [Install](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRT1OD) |
| **RosterGuard: Provider Data Integrity**           | Screen provider rosters against OIG LEIE + five CMS integrity signals | [Install](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z7QRT1O9) |

## How to Subscribe

### Step 1: Browse Listings

Visit the [Dataplex provider page](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/providers/GZT1Z125KCG/Dataplex%20Consulting%20%26%20Data%20Products) on Snowflake Marketplace.

### Step 2: Select a Product

Click on the data product you want to access. Review the listing details including:

* Data coverage and update frequency
* Sample queries and schema documentation
* Pricing and subscription terms

### Step 3: Get the Data

Click **Get** on the listing page. Snowflake will:

1. Create a shared database in your account
2. Set up access permissions
3. Make the data immediately queryable

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**Permissions required:** You need ACCOUNTADMIN or IMPORT SHARE privileges to subscribe to Marketplace listings. Contact your Snowflake administrator if you don't have access.
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### Step 4: Start Querying

Once subscribed, the data appears as a shared database in your Snowflake account. Query it like any other database:

```sql
-- Example: Query CMS Data Feeds
SELECT *
FROM DWV.MEDICARE_PHYSICIAN_SPENDING
WHERE year = 2023
LIMIT 100;
```

## Free Trials

Some listings offer free trial access directly through Snowflake Marketplace. Look for the **Try for Free** option on listing pages.

For products without Marketplace trials, you can request a trial through our [Databricks trial portal](https://trial.dataplex-consulting.com/?platform=databricks) instead.

## Billing & Management

Snowflake Marketplace handles all subscription billing:

* **Payment**: Charges appear on your Snowflake invoice
* **Management**: View and manage subscriptions in Snowflake's **Data** → **Marketplace** → **Your Purchases**
* **Cancellation**: Cancel anytime through the Marketplace interface

## Snowflake vs Databricks

Not sure which platform to use? Here's a quick comparison:

| Feature           | Snowflake Marketplace           | Databricks Delta Sharing           |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- |
| **Trial**         | Some listings offer trials      | 14-day free trial for all products |
| **Billing**       | Through Snowflake               | Through Stripe                     |
| **Setup**         | Click "Get" → instant access    | Download activation file → import  |
| **Data Location** | Shared database in your account | Unity Catalog integration          |

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**Already using Databricks?** See our [Databricks getting started guide](/databricks-access/getting-started.md) for Delta Sharing setup.
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## Need Help?

* **Questions about listings**: Contact <support@dataplex-consulting.com>
* **Snowflake technical issues**: Contact Snowflake support
* **Custom data requests**: Email us to discuss enterprise options

***

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**Ready to explore?**

[Browse Dataplex on Snowflake Marketplace →](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/providers/GZT1Z125KCG/Dataplex%20Consulting%20%26%20Data%20Products)
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