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Unique Device Identification
UDIgeneral
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;Looking for more healthcare terms?
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