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Data Element Dictionary Terms (HAP/CAH)
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Joint Commission Guide for Data Entry of Chart-Abstracted Measures for Hospitals (HAP/CAH)
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Name: A short phrase identifying the aggregate data element |
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Aggregated For: Identifies the type of measure this data element is aggregated for |
Definition: A detailed explanation of the data element, including statistical equations when appropriate |
Allowable Values: A list of acceptable responses for this data element |
Edits: Data integrity edits and other actions that the DDSP will apply to the aggregate data. |
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