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value code

val_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

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

Standard Abbreviation

val_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  val_cd as value_code
FROM claims;

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