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otolaryngology code

ent_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

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

Standard Abbreviation

ent_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  ent_cd as otolaryngology_code
FROM claims;

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