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G8838 Not disch home by day #2

G-Codes

Also known as: Not discharged by day 2, Extended postop stay, Delayed discharge

Documentation that patient was not discharged to home by postoperative day 2.

Clinical Context

Quality measure identifying prolonged postoperative hospitalization beyond expected discharge timeframe.

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Specialties

SurgeryVascular Surgery

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