Table 4.
Healthcare costs during follow-up, per-patient-per-year
| With BD (95%CI) | Without BD (95%CI) | Difference | P value (with versus without BD) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Costs | $42,284 ($41,383–$43,184) | $32,640 ($32,246–$33,034) | $9644 | < 0.0001 |
| Inpatient Costs | $17,781 ($17,131–$18,431) | $12,374 ($12,122–$12,627) | $5407 | < 0.0001 |
| Ambulatory Costs | $17,918 ($17,476–$18,361) | $14,072 ($13,849–$14,295) | $3846 | < 0.0001 |
| Pharmacy Costs | $4105 ($4011–$4200) | $4447 ($4384–$4511) | -$342 | < 0.0001 |
| Outpatient ER Costs | $2479 ($2380–$2579) | $1746 ($1711–$1781) | $733 | < 0.0001 |
BD behavioral disturbance, ER emergency room