This Code system is referenced in the content logical definition of the following value sets:
This CodeSystem is not used here; it may be used elsewhere (e.g. specifications and/or implementations that use this content)
This case-sensitive code system http://hl7.org/fhir/contact-point-use defines the following codes:
Code
Display
Definition
home
Home
A communication contact point at a home; attempted contacts for business purposes might intrude privacy and chances are one will contact family or other household members instead of the person one wishes to call. Typically used with urgent cases, or if no other contacts are available.
work
Work
An office contact point. First choice for business related contacts during business hours.
temp
Temp
A temporary contact point. The period can provide more detailed information.
old
Old
This contact point is no longer in use (or was never correct, but retained for records).
mobile
Mobile
A telecommunication device that moves and stays with its owner. May have characteristics of all other use codes, suitable for urgent matters, not the first choice for routine business.