| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8799129 | The Journal of Arthroplasty | 2018 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Compared with primary THA, conversion THA is associated with more complications, longer length of stay, and increased discharge to continued inpatient care, implying greater resource utilization for conversion patients. As reimbursement models shift toward bundled payment paradigms, conversion THA appears to be a procedure for which risk adjustment is appropriate.
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Authors
Alexander S. MD, MBA, William W. MD, Ran MD, MSc, David A. MD, Richard MD, Douglas E. MD,