21828-9
ClinicalCancer registry NAACCR message
Definition
A computer-generated code that best describes the type of registry generating the record; used when cases are pooled from multiple registries (a hospital-based registry reporting to a state should have a "3" in this field). Facilitates tracking of data sources when data from multiple registries are pooled... NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Cancer registry
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
NAACCR message
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
TUMRRGT
Order/Observation
N/A
Short Name
Cancer reg NAACCR Message
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 21828-9?
LOINC code 21828-9 identifies "Cancer registry NAACCR message". A computer-generated code that best describes the type of registry generating the record; used when cases are pooled from multiple registries (a hospital-based registry reporting to a state should have a "3" in this field). Facilitates tracking of data sources when data from multiple registries are pooled... NAACCR Data Standards and Data Dictionary Version 11
What does 21828-9 measure?
This code measures Cancer registry in NAACCR message. It belongs to the TUMRRGT class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.