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plan taxonomy code

pln_tax_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The provider specialty classification for a benefit coverage structure. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the plan across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for plan management and reporting.

Standard Abbreviation

pln_tax_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  pln_tax_cd as plan_taxonomy_code
FROM claims;

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