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4.4.1.466 ValueSet http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/postal-address-use

FHIR Infrastructure Work Group Maturity Level: 0Informative Use Context: Any

This is a value set defined by the FHIR project.

Summary

Defining URL:http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/postal-address-use
Version:5.0.0-ballot
Name:PostalAddressUse
Title:PostalAddressUse
Status:draft
Definition:

Uses of an address not included in Address.use.

Committee:FHIR Infrastructure Work Group
OID:2.16.840.1.113883.4.642.3.908 (for OID based terminology systems)
Flags:

This value set is not currently used

4.4.1.466.1 Content Logical Definition

  • Include these codes as defined in http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/v3-AddressUse
    CodeDisplayDefinition
    BAD bad addressA flag indicating that the address is bad, in fact, useless.
    CONF confidential addressIndicates that the address is considered sensitive and should only be shared or published in accordance with organizational controls governing patient demographic information with increased sensitivity. Uses of Addresses. Lloyd to supply more complete description.
    HP primary homeThe primary home, to reach a person after business hours.
    HV vacation homeA vacation home, to reach a person while on vacation.
    DIR directIndicates a work place address or telecommunication address that reaches the individual or organization directly without intermediaries. For phones, often referred to as a 'private line'.
    PUB publicIndicates a work place address or telecommunication address that is a 'standard' address which may reach a reception service, mail-room, or other intermediary prior to the target entity.
    PHYS physical visit addressUsed primarily to visit an address.
    PST postal addressUsed to send mail.

 

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