What is 'complication and comorbidity level' in SAP IS-H - SAP for Healthcare?

complication and comorbidity level - Overview

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals Value calculated using the CCL levels of all of the ICD codes documented for the DRG secondary diagnoses.

complication and comorbidity level - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Complication and comorbidity level is a feature of the IS-H SAP for Healthcare system. It is used to classify the severity of a patient's condition and to determine the appropriate treatment. The complication and comorbidity level is based on the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) codes, which are used to classify diseases and other health problems. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The complication and comorbidity level is used to determine the appropriate treatment for a patient. The level is determined by the ICD codes assigned to the patient's condition. The higher the level, the more severe the condition and the more intensive the treatment required. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the ICD codes assigned to a patient's condition are accurate, as this will affect the complication and comorbidity level assigned to them. It is also important to ensure that all relevant information about a patient's condition is included in their medical record, as this will help ensure that they receive the most appropriate treatment. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) codes are used by healthcare providers around the world to classify diseases and other health problems. The ICD codes are updated regularly, so it is important to ensure that healthcare providers are using the most up-to-date version of the codes when determining a patient's complication and comorbidity level.