AutoICD API

97874-2

Surveys

Stay Independent panel [Stay Independent]

Definition

The Stay Independent is a self-assessment used to evaluate fall risks. The Stay Independent assessment aims to increase knowledge about fall risk and measure risk levels including history of previous falls, steadiness, fear of falling, muscle weakness, incontinence, loss of sensation, medications, and feeling depressed. In addition, the Stay Independent recommends follow up assessments for at risk individuals. [PMID: 22152267] The score is calculated by adding together the number of points for each question answered "yes" giving a scale of 0 to 14. If the score totals 4 or more, the individual may be at a risk for falling [CDC: steadi].

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Stay Independent panel

Property

-

Time Aspect

Pt

System

^Patient

Scale Type

-

Method Type

Stay Independent

Details

Class

PANEL.SURVEY.GNHLTH

Order/Observation

Order

Related Names

PanPANEL.SURVEY.GNHLTHPanlPnlPoint in timeRandomSurveySURVEY.GNHLTH

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 97874-2?

LOINC code 97874-2 identifies "Stay Independent panel [Stay Independent]". The Stay Independent is a self-assessment used to evaluate fall risks. The Stay Independent assessment aims to increase knowledge about fall risk and measure risk levels including history of previous falls, steadiness, fear of falling, muscle weakness, incontinence, loss of sensation, medications, and feeling depressed. In addition, the Stay Independent recommends follow up assessments for at risk individuals. [PMID: 22152267] The score is calculated by adding together the number of points for each question answered "yes" giving a scale of 0 to 14. If the score totals 4 or more, the individual may be at a risk for falling [CDC: steadi].

What does 97874-2 measure?

This code measures Stay Independent panel in ^Patient. It belongs to the PANEL.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.