Canadian Health Information Management Association Practice Exam

Which category is not included in admit categories?

1. Direct

2. Elective

3. Newborn

4. Stillborn

The correct answer is: Direct

The category that is not typically included in the admit categories is direct. In healthcare settings, admit categories are used to classify patients based on the nature of their admission to the hospital or healthcare facility. Commonly recognized admit categories include elective, which refers to scheduled admissions that are planned in advance, like surgeries or procedures; newborn, which encompasses infants that are admitted shortly after birth; and stillborn, which represents the admission category for infants who are stillborn. Direct admissions are somewhat different, as they often refer to patients brought in by physician referral without going through an emergency department or urgent care. However, this is less of a distinct category when compared to the clear and established classifications of elective, newborn, and stillborn admissions. Each of these categories has specific implications for the type of care provided, documentation required, and billing processes to follow, making them integral to the admission classification process in healthcare.