SKIN ULCERATION INDICATION CODE
An indication of whether there is a loss of full thickness of epidermis (ulceration) associated with reactive changes for skin cancer during a Skin Cancer Care Spell.
Format / Length
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Description
SKIN ULCERATION INDICATION CODE is the same as attribute SKIN ULCERATION INDICATION CODE.
National Codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
|
Y |
Yes - there is a loss of full thickness of epidermis |
|
N |
No - there is no loss of full thickness of epidermis |
|
U |
Uncertain (Unable to give a definitive answer) |
Default Codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
|
X |
Cannot be assessed |
|
9 |
Not Known (Not Recorded) |
Also Known As
This data element is also known by these names:
| Context | Alias |
|---|---|
| Formerly | ULCERATION INDICATION CODE |
| Plural | SKIN ULCERATION INDICATION CODES |
Where Used
| Type | Link | How used |
|---|---|---|
| Data Set | Cancer Outcomes and Services Data Set - Pathology | references in description SKIN ULCERATION INDICATION CODE |
| Data Element | SKIN ULCERATION INDICATION CODE | references in description SKIN ULCERATION INDICATION CODE |
