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department code

dept_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The standardized classification value for a organizational unit. Used to quantify department code in healthcare data systems.

Standard Abbreviation

dept_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  dept_cd as department_code
FROM claims;

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