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morbidity code

morb_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The standardized classification value for a disease rate measure. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the morbidity across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for morbidity management and reporting.

Standard Abbreviation

morb_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  morb_cd VARCHAR(100),  -- morbidity code
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  morb_cd as morbidity_code
FROM claims;

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