Section 296-23A-0560. How does the department define and pay for hospital readmissions?  


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  • The department will review hospital readmissions occurring within seven days of discharge and will determine whether the second admission resulted from premature discharge. Payment for services associated with readmission will depend upon the review. For example:
    [Statutory Authority: RCW 51.04.020, 51.04.030 and 51.36.080. WSR 97-06-066, § 296-23A-0560, filed 2/28/97, effective 4/1/97.]
RCW 51.04.020, 51.04.030 and 51.36.080. WSR 97-06-066, § 296-23A-0560, filed 2/28/97, effective 4/1/97.