Table 2.
Results of regression analysis of comorbidities on LOS
| Comorbid condition | LOS | Costa | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| MI | 0.64565 | $2,924.79 | 0.7829 |
| Dysrhythmia | 0.54559 | $2,471.52 | 0.7704 |
| Hypertension | −0.00485 | −$21.97 | 0.9968 |
| CHF | 2.10027 | $9,514.22 | 0.4892 |
| Heart block | 1.42492 | $6,454.89 | 0.7458 |
| Renal insufficiency | 0.55606 | $2,518.95 | 0.8498 |
| Dialysis | 3.02694 | $13,712.04 | 0.6605 |
| Diabetes | −1.31132 | −$5,940.28 | 0.4759 |
| Cancer | −1.7441 | −$7,900.77 | 0.3589 |
| Cocaine use | −1.30578 | −$5,915.18 | 0.7092 |
| Alcohol use | −2.71025 | −$12,277.43 | 0.1523 |
| Opiate use | 2.58596 | $11,714.40 | 0.6979 |
aCost is a direct multiplication of average per diem inpatient cost by LOS