Health Literacy

SAS Name
B1300_HLTH_LTRCY_CD

Indicates the frequency the patient needs someone to help them when they read instructions, pamphlets, or other written material from their doctor or pharmacy.

Comments

This variable is included in the Home Health Outcome and Assessment Information Set file

Code Code value
0 Never
1 Rarely
2 Sometimes
3 Often
4 Always
8 Patient unable to respond