What does a code 10-13 hold mean in hospital setting?

Code 10-13 hold is a term used in hospital settings to indicate a patient is admitted for observation purposes. This hold is typically used for patients who are not acutely ill but require further monitoring and evaluation before a definitive diagnosis can be made. Typically, if the patient's condition does not change or improve after a certain amount of time, the physician may decide to admit them as a full patient.