Definition of Restless Leg Syndrome: Standardization via FHIR ValueSet
2.16.840.1.113762.1.4.1222.757 - ValueSet - R4 - Ontoserver
Summary
The HL7 Patient Care WG Steward has published a ValueSet defining Restless Leg Syndrome. This set includes multiple standard codes from SNOMED CT and ICD-10-CM, aiding in the definition and classification of the disorder.
Details
This page defines the concept of 'Restless Leg Syndrome' as an FHIR ValueSet resource. Specific diagnostic items included are various SNOMED CT codes (e.g., for uremia or iron deficiency anemia) and an ICD-10-CM code (G25.81). This definition aims to standardize disease concepts in healthcare information exchange, forming a foundation for exchanging patient data using common terminology across different systems. By utilizing FHIR ValueSet, it becomes possible to handle specific pathological conditions comprehensively and machine-readable in clinical settings and research institutions. The source is managed by the HL7 Patient Care WG Steward, representing an important case study in the advancement of medical standardization.
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