Specification for Component Code/Description (Phase II)

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This page defines the specification for 'Bestandteil Code/Bezeichnung, Phase II' as part of the DiGA Toolkit 1.1.0. It serves as a detailed guideline regarding data structure when handling drug component (Ingredient) information. Specifically, it stipulates whether ingredient information must be provided as a 'Code' or 'Free Text.' Furthermore, it presents concrete mapping rules for using internationally standardized terminologies such as ASK-Code and SNOMED CT®-Code. Technically, the document details how these codes are embedded into the `Medication.ingredient.item[x]:itemCodeableConcept` structure within FHIR resources, including the use of elements like `coding:askCode` and `coding:snomedCode`. This ensures that data exchange is reliably performed not just with text input, but based on standardized code systems. This specification relates to handling pharmaceutical information within Germany's medical information system (DiGA) and serves as a critical reference point for ensuring interoperability of drug component and prescription data in Japan's healthcare IT sector.