Self-reported functional impairment and frailty improve the prediction of healthcare expenditures

1. In this retrospective cohort study, the inclusion of functional impairment and phenotypic frailty more accurately predicted healthcare costs in Medicare patients than claims-based indicators alone. 2. A greater number of self-reported functional impairments were associated with more significant incremental costs compared to those without functional impairments. Evidence Rating Level: 3 (Average) Study Rundown: Older

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