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implant number

impl_nbr
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The reference number value 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_nbr

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  impl_nbr VARCHAR(100),  -- implant number
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  impl_nbr as implant_number
FROM claims;

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