Which Form Locator would you use to record the Discharge Hour?

Which Form Locator would you use to record the Discharge Hour?

• A. Form Locator 14
• B. Form Locator 15
• C. Form Locator 17
• D. Form Locator 16

Answer: (D)

Discharge time is captured as a separate timestamp to ensure the exact length of stay can be calculated for billing and payer rules. The specific place on the UB-04 form for recording the hour of discharge is Form Locator 16. Enter the discharge hour (typically in HHMM, using 24-hour format) in this locator, and pair it with the discharge date shown in the discharge date field to record the complete discharge timestamp. This precise timing matters for accurate LOS calculations, outlier determinations, and correct reimbursement.

Discharge time is captured as a separate timestamp to ensure the exact length of stay can be calculated for billing and payer rules. The specific place on the UB-04 form for recording the hour of discharge is Form Locator 16. Enter the discharge hour (typically in HHMM, using 24-hour format) in this locator, and pair it with the discharge date shown in the discharge date field to record the complete discharge timestamp. This precise timing matters for accurate LOS calculations, outlier determinations, and correct reimbursement.