85659-1
ClinicalOccupation CDC Census code
Definition
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Census Occupation code for a patient's reported occupation [LOINC: 85658-3]. For example, a patient 's occupation of "Medical technologist" may be classified under the CDC Census Occupation code 3300 for the title "Clinical laboratory technologists and technicians". The occupation category may be the same as the patient reported occupation. A web-based tool, NIOSH Industry and Occupation Computerized Coding System (NIOCCS), may be used to translate industry and occupation (I&O) text to standardized I&O codes.[http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/coding/] The associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code or Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code may also be provided with each CDC Census code.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Occupation CDC Census code
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
ADMIN.PATIENT.DEMOG
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Occup CDC Census code
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 85659-1?
LOINC code 85659-1 identifies "Occupation CDC Census code". The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Census Occupation code for a patient's reported occupation [LOINC: 85658-3]. For example, a patient 's occupation of "Medical technologist" may be classified under the CDC Census Occupation code 3300 for the title "Clinical laboratory technologists and technicians". The occupation category may be the same as the patient reported occupation. A web-based tool, NIOSH Industry and Occupation Computerized Coding System (NIOCCS), may be used to translate industry and occupation (I&O) text to standardized I&O codes.[http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/coding/] The associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code or Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code may also be provided with each CDC Census code.
What does 85659-1 measure?
This code measures Occupation CDC Census code in ^Patient. It belongs to the ADMIN.PATIENT.DEMOG 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.