This refers to the status of the CONTRACEPTION PRINCIPAL METHOD where the Sexual and Reproductive Health Service issues the PATIENT at the point of contact with either a new method, a changed method, or where the current method is maintained, or where an initial consultation /advice on CONTRACEPTION is given prior to receiving the CONTRACEPTION.
National Codes:
| 1 | New - The PATIENT receives CONTRACEPTION for the first time |
| 2 | Change - The PATIENT changes from one CONTRACEPTION METHOD to another |
| 3 | Maintain - Continues with current CONTRACEPTION METHOD |
| 4 | Pre CONTRACEPTION Consultation/CONTRACEPTION Advice Only - The PATIENT receives initial consultation on CONTRACEPTION METHOD only and no CONTRACEPTION is issued |
This attribute is also known by these names:
| Context | Alias |
|---|---|
| plural | CONTRACEPTION METHOD STATUSES |