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requirement code

req_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

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

Standard Abbreviation

req_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  req_cd as requirement_code
FROM claims;

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