77156-8
ClinicalEMS unit Level of care capability
Definition
The level of care (such as BLS or ALS) the EMS unit/crew is able to provide based on the units' treatment capabilities for this EMS response. For example, if a unit/crew is staffed with an EMT-Intermediate or EMT-Paramedic but the unit is either licensed or stocked at a BLS level, the appropriate level of care is "BLS-Basic". This is because the care provided to patients is limited to BLS skills.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
EMS level of care capability
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
EMS unit
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
NEMSIS
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
EMS level of care
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 77156-8?
LOINC code 77156-8 identifies "EMS unit Level of care capability". The level of care (such as BLS or ALS) the EMS unit/crew is able to provide based on the units' treatment capabilities for this EMS response. For example, if a unit/crew is staffed with an EMT-Intermediate or EMT-Paramedic but the unit is either licensed or stocked at a BLS level, the appropriate level of care is "BLS-Basic". This is because the care provided to patients is limited to BLS skills.
What does 77156-8 measure?
This code measures EMS level of care capability in EMS unit. 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.