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implant taxonomy code

impl_tax_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The provider specialty classification 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_tax_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  impl_tax_cd VARCHAR(100),  -- implant taxonomy code
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  impl_tax_cd as implant_taxonomy_code
FROM claims;

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