71588-8
ClinicalChief complaint [Location] NEMSIS
Definition
The primary anatomic location of the chief complaint as identified by EMS personnel
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Chief complaint
Property
Loc
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
NEMSIS
Details
Class
NEMSIS
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Chief complaint NEMSIS
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 71588-8?
LOINC code 71588-8 identifies "Chief complaint [Location] NEMSIS". The primary anatomic location of the chief complaint as identified by EMS personnel
What does 71588-8 measure?
This code measures Chief complaint 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.