What is 'case mix index' in SAP IS-H - SAP for Healthcare?

case mix index - Overview

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals Average case severity level. The case mix index is calculated using the effective cost weight per case of a hospital.

case mix index - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Case Mix Index (CMI) is a measure used in the healthcare industry to compare the complexity of patients treated in different hospitals. It is calculated by dividing the total cost of care for a group of patients by the number of patients in that group. The CMI is used to compare the cost of care for different types of patients and to identify areas where costs can be reduced. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In IS-H SAP for Healthcare, the CMI is used to compare the cost of care for different types of patients. It can be used to identify areas where costs can be reduced and to compare the complexity of patients treated in different hospitals. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the CMI, it is important to remember that it is only a measure of cost and does not take into account other factors such as quality of care or patient outcomes. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The CMI is related to other measures such as Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs) and Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs). These measures are also used to compare the complexity of patients treated in different hospitals.