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This variable is contained in the following files:
SAS Name
PROD_RPLCMT_LIFECYC_SW
The switch used to identify whether a claim involves the replacement of a product earlier than the anticipated lifecycle due to an indication the product is not functioning properly.
| Code | Code value |
|---|---|
| Y | Yes, product replaced early/within product lifecycle |
| N | No, product not replaced early (or not applicable) |
If any claim that comprises the Stay has a condition code (CLM-RLT-COND-CD) equal to '49' then the MEDPAR Product Replacement within Product Lifecycle Switch = 'Y'. If no '49' condition code, then this field ='N'.
This field is new in 2011.
Source: NCH