Which of the Following Is Included in Medicare Severity DRG

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is included in Medicare Severity DRG (MS-DRG) calculations to determine amount of reimbursement?

• A) A geographic location adjustment
• B) Date of admission
• C) Physician specialty
• D) Patient prognosis

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Definitions:

Direct Correlation

A relationship where an increase in one variable is associated with an increase in another, indicating a positive linear relationship.

Scatterplot

A graphical representation using dots to show the relationship between two quantitative variables.

Variables

Elements or characteristics within a study or research that can change and potentially impact the study's results.

Negative Correlation

A relationship between two variables whereby they move in opposite directions.