Abbreviation
Healthcare
value code
val_cdUsage Notes
Measured data point - Standardized classification value
Global Definition
The standardized classification value for a measured data point. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the value across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for value management and reporting.
Sources
Healthcare Data Standards & Best Practices
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