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implant external identifier

impl_ext_id
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

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

Standard Abbreviation

impl_ext_id

Category

general

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  impl_ext_id as implant_external_identifier
FROM claims;

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