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imaging external identifier

img_ext_id
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The external system reference id for a diagnostic visualization. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the imaging across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for imaging management and reporting.

Standard Abbreviation

img_ext_id

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  img_ext_id VARCHAR(100),  -- imaging external identifier
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  img_ext_id as imaging_external_identifier
FROM claims;

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