room street address
rm_st_addrDefinition
ISO-11179 Definition
Records the physical street address of the facility building where the patient room is located. Used in healthcare facility management systems and provider directories to identify the precise location of inpatient units, clinics, or procedural spaces within a health system.
Standard Abbreviation
rm_st_addr
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Why This Term Matters
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