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Unique Device Identification

UDI
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

A unique numeric or alphanumeric code used to identify a medical device through its distribution and use.

Standard Abbreviation

UDI

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  udi VARCHAR(100),  -- Unique Device Identification
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  udi as unique_device_identification
FROM claims;

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