Diagnosis-Related Groups (DRGs)have Attempted to Reduce Health Care Costs by Decreasing

question 15

Multiple Choice

Diagnosis-related groups (DRGs) have attempted to reduce health care costs by decreasing what component of care?

• A) Hospital admission rates
• B) Length of hospital stay
• C) Outpatient services
• D) Specialty groups

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