Evaluation of Ambulatory Patient Group (APG) Software Using CHAMPUS professional Services Claims Data (Beta Test)

Abstract

This Consultative Report documents Beta Testing of Ambulatory Patient Group (APG) Software using CHAMPUS Professional Services Classification Study Claims files. In a collaborative effort with Health Care Financing Administration and their contractor for APG development, 3M HIS, HCSCIA agreed to perform beta testing of the APG classification software. Results indicate that software is very efficient, well documented, and easy to use. Out of 297 APGs all except one group were required for grouping CHAMPUS professional services claims.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 15, 1991
Accession Number
ADA246279

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  • Velda R. Austin

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Catheterization
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Patient Care
  • Therapy

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  • Computer science

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