HL7 V2 | TABLE 0906
Table 0906: ActPriority
HL7-defined table of codes specifying the priority for the shipment.
- Type
- User-defined (site-defined)
- Codes
- 15
- Introduced
- HL7 v2.7
- Used in
- SHP-6
- THO code system
http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v2-0906- OID
2.16.840.1.113883.18.417
User-defined (site-defined): HL7 suggests these values, and each site may use its own. PipeHat notes codes outside this list as information, not errors.
Codes
| Code | Meaning | Definition |
|---|---|---|
A | ASAP - As soon as possible, next highest priority after stat | |
CR | Callback results - filler should contact the placer as soon as results are available, even for preliminary results | |
CS | Callback for scheduling - Filler should contact the placer (or target) to schedule the service. | |
CSP | Callback placer for scheduling - filler should contact the placer to schedule the service | |
CSR | Contact recipient for scheduling - Filler should contact the service recipient (target) to schedule the service | |
EL | Elective - Beneficial to the patient but not essential for survival. | |
EM | Emergency - An unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls for immediate action | |
P | Preop - Used to indicate that a service is to be performed prior to a scheduled surgery. When ordering a service and using the pre-op priority, a check is done to see the amount of time that must be allowed for performance of the service. When the order | Preop – Used to indicate that a service is to be performed prior to a scheduled surgery. When ordering a service and using the pre-op priority, a check is done to see the amount of time that must be allowed for performance of the service. When the order is placed, a message can be generated indicating the time needed for the service so that it is not ordered in conflict with a scheduled operation. |
PRN | As needed - An "as needed" order should be accompanied by a description of what constitutes a need. This description is represented by an observation service predicate as a precondition. | |
R | Routine - Routine service, do at usual work hours | |
RR | Rush reporting - A report should be prepared and sent as quickly as possible | |
S | Stat - With highest priority (e.g. emergency). | |
T | Timing critical - It is critical to come as close as possible to the requested time (e.g. for a through antimicrobial level). | |
UD | Use as directed - Drug is to be used as directed by the prescriber. | |
UR | Urgent - Calls for prompt action |
Where it's used
| Element | Name | FHIR (v2-to-FHIR mapping) |
|---|---|---|
SHP-6 | — |
Elements with a dot (such as CX.5) are data type components, used wherever that data type appears.
Source: HL7 Terminology (THO) 7.4.0, published by HL7 International under CC0. Check your trading partner's specification for the values they actually send.