Term: Surgical Days

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

The number of days in hospital that a patient is assessed as a surgical patient, according to the most responsible diagnosis.

Related terms 

• Inpatient
• Medical Days
• Most Responsible Diagnosis
• Service Codes

References 

• De Coster C, Peterson S, Kasian P. Alternatives to Acute Care . Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health and Evaluation, 1996. [Report] [Summary] (View)