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write off number

wo_nbr
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

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

Standard Abbreviation

wo_nbr

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  wo_nbr VARCHAR(100),  -- write off number
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  wo_nbr as write_off_number
FROM claims;

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