87520-3
ClinicalCoverage type
Definition
A high level description of a patient's health coverage type, including various categories of insurance (public, private, etc.) and self-pay. To report the specific source(s) of payment for a health care product or service, use Payment sources [LOINC: 52556-8].
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Coverage type
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
ADMIN.PATIENT
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Coverage type
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 87520-3?
LOINC code 87520-3 identifies "Coverage type". A high level description of a patient's health coverage type, including various categories of insurance (public, private, etc.) and self-pay. To report the specific source(s) of payment for a health care product or service, use Payment sources [LOINC: 52556-8].
What does 87520-3 measure?
This code measures Coverage type in ^Patient. It belongs to the ADMIN.PATIENT 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.