Table 2 Baseline characteristics of patients admitted with a primary diagnosis of DM
From: The relationship between diabetes mellitus and 30-day readmission rates
N = 121 | Mean | % |
|---|---|---|
Age ( years) | 49.7 | Â |
Inpatient LOS (days) | 4.7 | Â |
Female | 54 | 44.6 |
 With renal disease (acute or chronic) | 81 | 66.9 |
 HbA1c performed within 2 months prior to index encounter | 43 | 35.5 |
 HbA1c > 7.0% (among patients with HbA1c) | 32 | 74.4 |
 HbA1c > 10.0% | 13 | 30.2 |
During index encounter | ||
 Undergoing surgical procedure | 37 | 30.6 |
 Receiving insulin | 115 | 95.0 |
Endocrine (HIIP/Endo) consulta/office visit | ||
 During index encounter | 34 | 28.1 |
 Endocrine post-discharge appointment scheduled | 31 | 25.6 |
 Endocrine office visit billed | 8 | 6.6 |