8716-3
ClinicalVital signs note
Definition
The Vital signs section includes blood pressure, body temperature, heart rate, and respiratory rate. It may also include other clinical findings, such as height, weight, body mass index, head circumference, and pulse oximetry. In particular, notable vital signs or physical findings such as the most recent, maximum and/or minimum, baseline, or relevant trends may be included.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Vital signs note
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
Observed
Details
Class
H&P.PX
Order/Observation
N/A
Short Name
Vital signs note
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 8716-3?
LOINC code 8716-3 identifies "Vital signs note". The Vital signs section includes blood pressure, body temperature, heart rate, and respiratory rate. It may also include other clinical findings, such as height, weight, body mass index, head circumference, and pulse oximetry. In particular, notable vital signs or physical findings such as the most recent, maximum and/or minimum, baseline, or relevant trends may be included.
What does 8716-3 measure?
This code measures Vital signs note in ^Patient. 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.