Abbreviation
Healthcare
loinc taxonomy code
loinc_tax_cdUsage Notes
Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes - Provider specialty classification
Global Definition
The provider specialty classification for a logical observation identifiers names and codes. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the loinc across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for loinc management and reporting.
Sources
Healthcare Data Standards & Best Practices
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