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Appointment Room

Appointment Room

Source Object: Appointment Room

The Appointment Room source object is a part of healthcare systems and is used to manage the details of rooms or locations where medical appointments take place.

Overview

Appointment rooms play a crucial role in healthcare facilities as they are the physical spaces where patients meet with healthcare providers or specialists for medical consultations and examinations. These rooms can vary widely in their purpose and equipment, from general examination rooms to specialized areas for specific medical procedures.

Usage

The Appointment Room source object is utilized in healthcare systems for the following purposes:

  1. Scheduling Appointments: It helps in the efficient scheduling of patient appointments by assigning them to specific rooms or locations within a healthcare facility.
  2. Resource Management: Ensures that the appropriate room or space is available and prepared for each appointment, optimizing resource utilization.
  3. Patient Flow: Contributes to the smooth flow of patients through the healthcare facility by directing them to the correct room for their appointment.
  4. Specialized Facilities: Supports the allocation of specialized rooms or areas for procedures or consultations that require specific equipment or settings.
  5. Patient Experience: A well-organized and properly equipped appointment room enhances the overall patient experience.

The Appointment Room source object aids in the effective management of healthcare facilities, ensuring that appointments are conducted in suitable environments while maximizing the use of available resources.

Mapping Table

Data FieldSource Field Data TypeResource Mapping ContextSource Data Field CardinalitySource Data Field DescriptionExample ValueSource Data Field Validation RuleMapped FHIR ResourceMapped FHIR Data FieldAugmented MappingAssociated Coding SystemAssociated FHIR Data Field ExtensionMapped FHIR Data Field Type
nameStringTop Level0..1---Locationname-NA-TBD
practiceIntegerTop Level0..1---LocationmanagingOrganization.reference-NA-TBD