96574-9
ClinicalLACE index score LACE index
Definition
Scores from the four LACE index elements (L - length of stay, A - acuity of admission, C - comorbidities, and E - Emergency department use) are summed for an overall Lace index score which ranges from 0-19. Higher scores are associated with greater risk of hospital readmission and/or death within 30 days of hospital discharge. [PMID: 20194559]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
LACE index score
Property
Score
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
LACE index
Details
Class
CLIN.RISK
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
LACE score LACE
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 96574-9?
LOINC code 96574-9 identifies "LACE index score LACE index". Scores from the four LACE index elements (L - length of stay, A - acuity of admission, C - comorbidities, and E - Emergency department use) are summed for an overall Lace index score which ranges from 0-19. Higher scores are associated with greater risk of hospital readmission and/or death within 30 days of hospital discharge. [PMID: 20194559]
What does 96574-9 measure?
This code measures LACE index score in ^Patient. It belongs to the CLIN.RISK 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.