Optional Variables - Preventable Hospitalizations MICA

Many MICAs contain a category of variables called 'Optional Variables'. These variables are often specific to each MICA topic. Therefore, the presence and types of Optional Variables will vary between MICAs.

All Level Users

All Level Users will find the following Optional Variables available for the Preventable Hospitalization MICA:

Pay Source

Preventable hospitalization discharge records received by DHSS include information on the anticipated pay source for the visit. This may not reflect the source of payment finally used.

Registered Users

Registered Users will find the following additional Optional Variables available for the Preventable Hospitalization MICA:

Disposition

Each hospital discharge record contains information about the disposition of the patient at the time of discharge, specifically the place where they have been discharged or transferred (i.e., long-term care, deceased, etc.).

Admission Month