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assessment code

asmt_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The standardized classification value for a clinical evaluation. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the assessment across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for assessment management and reporting.

Standard Abbreviation

asmt_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  asmt_cd VARCHAR(100),  -- assessment code
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  asmt_cd as assessment_code
FROM claims;

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