Table 6 Mean revenue value units according to the dysphagia severity rate at the initial assessment
DSR1 - ASHA NOMS level | N | RVU (mean) |
|---|---|---|
1. Not able to swallow by mouth | 10 | 13.73 |
2. Takes some consistency with maximal cues | 48 | 7.50 |
3. Takes less than 50% of nutrition by mouth with moderate cues | 27 | 6.52 |
4. Swallowing is safe with moderate cues | 63 | 4.80 |
5. Swallowing is safe with minimal cues | - | - |
6. Swallowing is safe and rarely requires minimal cues | - | - |
7. Swallowing is efficient, individual is independent. | - | - |