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vital taxonomy code

vtl_tax_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

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

Standard Abbreviation

vtl_tax_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  vtl_tax_cd as vital_taxonomy_code
FROM claims;

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