Value Code Q1 Payment Reduction Amount

This variable is contained in the following files:

SAS Name

VAL_CD_Q1_PYMT_RDCTN_AMT

This field is derived by accumulating the amount field (CLM VAL AMT) found in the value code trailer for value code (CLM VAL CD) equal to 'Q1' for any claim records included in the stay.

Comments

This field is new in 2018.

The Q1 in the Value Code is for an ACO Payment Reduction Amount (Pioneer Reduction).

Source: MedPAR (derived)