99494-7
ClinicalDiagnosis type
Definition
This concept represent the type of diagnosis (e.g. an admission, autopsy, laboratory, pre/post-op, imaging diagnosis, etc.) and may be used to express the role of the diagnosis. To report the status of the diagnosis (e.g. ongoing, resolved, confirmed, etc.), use Diagnosis status [LOINC: 33999-4].
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Diagnosis type
Property
Type
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
H&P.HX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Diagnosis type
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 99494-7?
LOINC code 99494-7 identifies "Diagnosis type". This concept represent the type of diagnosis (e.g. an admission, autopsy, laboratory, pre/post-op, imaging diagnosis, etc.) and may be used to express the role of the diagnosis. To report the status of the diagnosis (e.g. ongoing, resolved, confirmed, etc.), use Diagnosis status [LOINC: 33999-4].
What does 99494-7 measure?
This code measures Diagnosis type in ^Patient. It belongs to the H&P.HX 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.