This page is part of the FHIR Specification (v0.0.82: DSTU 1). The current version which supercedes this version is 5.0.0 . For a full list of available versions, see the Directory of published versions Using Codes Systems Value Sets v2 Tables v3 Namespaces Concept Maps 1.14.4.1.7 v3 Code System ActPriority This code system (http://hl7.org/fhir/v3/ActPriority) is defined as part of HL7 v3. Formal value Set definition (identifier http://hl7.org/fhir/v3/vs/ActPriority ): XML or JSON Release Date: 2014-08-07 1.14.4.1.7.1 Description A set of codes (e.g., for routine, emergency), specifying the urgency under which the Act happened, can happen, is happening, is intended to happen, or is requested/demanded to happen. Level Code Display Definition 1 A ASAP As soon as possible, next highest priority after stat. 1 CR callback results Filler should contact the placer as soon as results are available, even for preliminary results. (Was "C" in HL7 verion 2.3's reporting priority.) 1 CS callback for scheduling Filler should contact the placer (or target) to schedule the service. (Was "C" in HL7 version 2.3's TQ-priority component.) 2   CSP callback placer for scheduling Filler should contact the placer to schedule the service. (Was "C" in HL7 version 2.3's TQ-priority component.) 2   CSR contact recipient for scheduling Filler should contact the service recipient (target) to schedule the service. (Was "C" in HL7 version 2.3's TQ-priority component.) 1 EL elective Beneficial to the patient but not essential for survival. 1 EM emergency An unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls for immediate action. 1 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 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. 1 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. 1 R routine Routine service, do at usual work hours. 1 RR rush reporting A report should be prepared and sent as quickly as possible. 1 S stat With highest priority (e.g., emergency). 1 T timing critical It is critical to come as close as possible to the requested time (e.g., for a through antimicrobial level). 1 UD use as directed Drug is to be used as directed by the prescriber. 1 UR urgent Calls for prompt action. © HL7.org 2011+. FHIR DSTU (v0.0.82.2943) generated on Tue, Sep 30, 2014 18:10+1000. Links: What's a DSTU? | Version History | | Propose a change