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Abbreviation
Healthcare

icd external identifier

icd_ext_id

Usage Notes

International Classification of Diseases code - External system reference ID

Global Definition

The external system reference id for a international classification of diseases code. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the icd across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for icd management and reporting.

Sources

Healthcare Data Standards & Best Practices

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● application/json
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  "abbreviation": "icd_ext_id",
  "fullTerm": "icd external identifier",
  "domain": "healthcare",
  "metadata": {
    "hasDefinition": true,
    "type": "acronym"
  }
}