Healthcare Utilization and Costs for Dementia Patients in China
Author Information
Author(s): Lin Zhuoer, Ba Fang, Allore Heather, Chen Xi
Primary Institution: University of Illinois Chicago
Hypothesis
What are the healthcare utilization patterns and costs for hospitalized dementia patients in China?
Conclusion
Dementia patients in China experience significant variations in inpatient care utilization and costs based on demographics, insurance types, and comorbidities.
Supporting Evidence
- The sample had a median age of 78 years.
- 46.2% of the sample were females.
- 20.2% were admitted through an emergency room.
- 69.0% were admitted to tertiary hospitals.
- Length of stay was 21 days on average.
- Daily costs averaged 948 CNY.
- Total costs per admission averaged 12,602 CNY.
Takeaway
This study looked at how much care and money dementia patients in China need when they go to the hospital, showing that it can be very different for different people.
Methodology
The study analyzed 51,530 inpatient records using multivariable logistic and linear regressions to assess factors affecting hospital admissions and costs.
Participant Demographics
Median age of participants was 78 years, with 46.2% females.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
IQR: 72-84
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