Generated Narrative: CodeSystem discharge-disposition

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This case-sensitive code system http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/discharge-disposition defines the following codes:

CodeDisplayDefinition
home HomeThe patient was dicharged and has indicated that they are going to return home afterwards.
alt-home Alternative homeThe patient was discharged and has indicated that they are going to return home afterwards, but not the patient's home - e.g. a family member's home.
other-hcf Other healthcare facilityThe patient was transferred to another healthcare facility.
hosp HospiceThe patient has been discharged into palliative care.
long Long-term careThe patient has been discharged into long-term care where is likely to be monitored through an ongoing episode-of-care.
aadvice Left against adviceThe patient self discharged against medical advice.
exp ExpiredThe patient has deceased during this encounter.
psy Psychiatric hospitalThe patient has been transferred to a psychiatric facility.
rehab RehabilitationThe patient was discharged and is to receive post acute care rehabilitation services.
snf Skilled nursing facilityThe patient has been discharged to a skilled nursing facility for the patient to receive additional care.
oth OtherThe discharge disposition has not otherwise defined.
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