| Format/Length: | an3 |
| HES Item: | |
| National Codes: | See LANGUAGE CLASSIFICATION CODE |
| Default Codes: |
Notes:
PREFERRED COMMUNICATION LANGUAGE is the same as the attribute LANGUAGE CLASSIFICATION CODE.
The language the PATIENT prefers to use for communication with a Health Care Provider.
This data element is also known by these names:
| Context | Alias |
|---|---|
| plural | PREFERRED COMMUNICATION LANGUAGES |