76515-6
ClinicalWhether requested procedure is appropriate
Definition
Assessment of whether a requested procedure is appropriate to the patient condition, often relative to a set of appropriate use criteria (AUC). AUCs are evidence-based guidelines to help providers make the most appropriate decision about performing a procedure for a specific clinical condition.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Whether requested procedure is appropriate
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
CLIN
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Whether procedure is appropriate
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 76515-6?
LOINC code 76515-6 identifies "Whether requested procedure is appropriate". Assessment of whether a requested procedure is appropriate to the patient condition, often relative to a set of appropriate use criteria (AUC). AUCs are evidence-based guidelines to help providers make the most appropriate decision about performing a procedure for a specific clinical condition.
What does 76515-6 measure?
This code measures Whether requested procedure is appropriate in ^Patient. It belongs to the CLIN 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.