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write off primary indicator

wo_prim_ind
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The primary designation flag for a uncollectible amount. Used to track the current state or condition of the write off. 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_prim_ind

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  wo_prim_ind VARCHAR(100),  -- write off primary indicator
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  wo_prim_ind as write_off_primary_indicator
FROM claims;

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