Definition of Device Types CodeSystem in eHealth Infrastructure (v3.5.1)
Device Types - eHealth Infrastructure v3.5.1 - Sundhed.dk
Summary
eHealth Infrastructure in Denmark has published the 'Device Types' code system, based on FHIR, as version 3.5.1. This specification provides codes for classifying medical devices and is referenced by related value sets and implementations.
Details
This document defines the 'Device Types' CodeSystem within eHealth Infrastructure, built upon the FHIR standard (HL7® FHIR® Standard) R4. Released as version 3.5.1 and active as of January 29, 2019, this system provides standardized codes for classifying types of medical devices. It is noted that this CodeSystem is referenced in the content logical definition of specific value sets. An example code provided is 'Oxygen analyser,' which highlights its role in providing unified identifiers for healthcare equipment. This specification serves as a crucial reference point for handling device information consistently during data exchange using FHIR, supporting the foundation of electronic health records and interoperability in Denmark.
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