69542-9
ClinicalSecondary problem [Interpretation] NEMSIS
Definition
The EMS personnel's impression of the patient's secondary problem or most significant condition which led to the management given to the patient (treatments, medications, or procedures). Code list is represented in ICD-10-CM: Diagnoses Codes, see suggested NEMSIS list of provider impression codes.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Secondary problem
Property
Imp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
NEMSIS
Details
Class
NEMSIS
Order/Observation
N/A
Short Name
Secondary problem Imp NEMSIS
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 69542-9?
LOINC code 69542-9 identifies "Secondary problem [Interpretation] NEMSIS". The EMS personnel's impression of the patient's secondary problem or most significant condition which led to the management given to the patient (treatments, medications, or procedures). Code list is represented in ICD-10-CM: Diagnoses Codes, see suggested NEMSIS list of provider impression codes.
What does 69542-9 measure?
This code measures Secondary problem in ^Patient. It belongs to the NEMSIS 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.