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advance directive code

advdir_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The standardized classification value for a end-of-life care wishes. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the advance directive across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for advance directive management and reporting.

Standard Abbreviation

advdir_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  advdir_cd VARCHAR(100),  -- advance directive code
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  advdir_cd as advance_directive_code
FROM claims;

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