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episode code

epsd_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

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

Standard Abbreviation

epsd_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  epsd_cd as episode_code
FROM claims;

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