88124-3
SurveysFood insecurity risk [HVS]
Definition
An answer of "often true" or "sometimes true" to either or both of the Hunger Vital Sign™ questions identifies a patient as at risk for food insecurity (FI).
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Food insecurity risk
Property
Imp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
HVS
Details
Class
SURVEY.GNHLTH
Order/Observation
Observation
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 88124-3?
LOINC code 88124-3 identifies "Food insecurity risk [HVS]". An answer of "often true" or "sometimes true" to either or both of the Hunger Vital Sign™ questions identifies a patient as at risk for food insecurity (FI).
What does 88124-3 measure?
This code measures Food insecurity risk in ^Patient. It belongs to the SURVEY.GNHLTH 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.