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implant system identifier

impl_sys_id
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The system-generated unique 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_sys_id

Category

general

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  impl_sys_id as implant_system_identifier
FROM claims;

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