Table 2. Code blue trends before and after VCa implementation.
| Year | Number of hospitalized patientsb | Number of Code Blue events | Code Blue period incidence rate (per 1000) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before VC implementation | |||
| 2019 | 22,262 | 262 | 11.69 |
| 2020 | 21,726 | 229 | 10.34 |
| 2021 | 22,087 | 210 | 9.32 |
| 2022 | 21,381 | 223 | 10.19 |
| Average | 21,864 | 231 | 10.57 |
| After VC implementation | |||
| 2023 | 21,061 | 167 | 7.93 |
VC: VitalCare
Excluding DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) patients.