What is MS-DRG and how does it relate to CDI metrics?

What is MS-DRG and how does it relate to CDI metrics?

• A. MS-DRG is Medical Software DRG; used for coding audits only.
• B. MS-DRG is Multi-Stage Diagnostic Group; used in pediatric populations only.
• C. MS-DRG is Mixed Severity Diagnostic Group; not used in CDI.
• D. MS-DRG is Medicare Severity-Diagnosis Related Group; DRG weights reflect resource use; CDI metrics monitor changes in DRG assignment due to improved documentation and queries.

Answer: (D)