82954-9
SurveysAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis functional rating scale - revised [ALSFRS-R]
Definition
The ALS Functional Rating Scale - Revised is a physician-administered rating scale designed to measure and monitor the progression of disability in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. [PMID:10540002] The 12 items in the ALSFRS-R are rated on a 5-point scale, 0 to 4, with a maximum score of 48 indicating the highest level of functioning.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis functional rating scale - revised (ALSFRS-R)
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
-
Method Type
ALSFRS-R
Details
Class
PANEL.SURVEY.ALSFRSR
Order/Observation
Both
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 82954-9?
LOINC code 82954-9 identifies "Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis functional rating scale - revised [ALSFRS-R]". The ALS Functional Rating Scale - Revised is a physician-administered rating scale designed to measure and monitor the progression of disability in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. [PMID:10540002] The 12 items in the ALSFRS-R are rated on a 5-point scale, 0 to 4, with a maximum score of 48 indicating the highest level of functioning.
What does 82954-9 measure?
This code measures Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis functional rating scale - revised (ALSFRS-R) in ^Patient. It belongs to the PANEL.SURVEY.ALSFRSR class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.