73575-3
ClinicalRadiology Consult note
Definition
The common use-case for this code is a consultation by a medical expert (e.g. neurosurgeon) about the recommendation of a transfer, often based on a radiology image. Trauma patients are often transferred from smaller hospitals to larger ones with more treatment options. The consultation may provide recommendations on whether or not to transfer to a larger hospital, depending on the radiological findings.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Consultation note
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
{Setting}
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
Radiology
Details
Class
DOC.ONTOLOGY
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Radiology Consult note
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 73575-3?
LOINC code 73575-3 identifies "Radiology Consult note". The common use-case for this code is a consultation by a medical expert (e.g. neurosurgeon) about the recommendation of a transfer, often based on a radiology image. Trauma patients are often transferred from smaller hospitals to larger ones with more treatment options. The consultation may provide recommendations on whether or not to transfer to a larger hospital, depending on the radiological findings.
What does 73575-3 measure?
This code measures Consultation note in {Setting}. It belongs to the DOC.ONTOLOGY 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.