91350-9
SurveysDistress subscore [STarT Back]
Definition
The Keele STarT Back Screening Tool distress subscore is the sum of items 5 through 9. If a patient's total score [LOINC: 91351-7] is greater than or equal to 4, then the distress subscore differentiates between medium risk (subscore of 3 or less) and high risk (subscore of 4 or more) of developing long-term back pain. The distress subscore is also referred to as the "psych score" in Keele documentation.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Distress subscore
Property
Score
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
STarT Back
Details
Class
SURVEY.GNHLTH
Order/Observation
Both
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 91350-9?
LOINC code 91350-9 identifies "Distress subscore [STarT Back]". The Keele STarT Back Screening Tool distress subscore is the sum of items 5 through 9. If a patient's total score [LOINC: 91351-7] is greater than or equal to 4, then the distress subscore differentiates between medium risk (subscore of 3 or less) and high risk (subscore of 4 or more) of developing long-term back pain. The distress subscore is also referred to as the "psych score" in Keele documentation.
What does 91350-9 measure?
This code measures Distress subscore in ^Patient. It belongs to the SURVEY.GNHLTH 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.