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write off taxonomy code

wo_tax_cd
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The provider specialty classification 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_tax_cd

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  wo_tax_cd VARCHAR(100),  -- write off taxonomy code
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  wo_tax_cd as write_off_taxonomy_code
FROM claims;

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