This study aimed to develop a metric for standardized and predicted carbapenem consumption using the Diagnosis Procedure Combination payment system database and patients' characteristics. Based on Diagnosis Procedure Combination data analysis, the developed metric will provide useful benchmarks that stewardship programs can use to help drive improvements.
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