73742-9
ClinicalNewborn hearing screen reason not performed of Ear - right
Definition
Newborn hearing screening is universally mandated in the United States. Newborn hearing screen reason not performed explains why, in certain circumstances, the screening was not done for a particular infant.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Newborn hearing screen reason not performed
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Ear.right
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
H&P.PX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
NBS reason not prfmed Ear-R
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 73742-9?
LOINC code 73742-9 identifies "Newborn hearing screen reason not performed of Ear - right". Newborn hearing screening is universally mandated in the United States. Newborn hearing screen reason not performed explains why, in certain circumstances, the screening was not done for a particular infant.
What does 73742-9 measure?
This code measures Newborn hearing screen reason not performed in Ear.right. It belongs to the H&P.PX 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.