Definition
An identifier for the postal delivery service where a person is located.
Components
Data Element (this item)
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Data Element ConceptPerson (address)—postal delivery service type identifier
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Object ClassPerson
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PropertyPostal delivery service type identifier
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Value DomainIdentifier X[X(10)]
Representation
This representation is based on the value domain for this data element, more information is available at " Identifier X[X(10)] ".Data Type | String |
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Format | X[X(10)] |
Maximum character length | 11 |
Comments
Guide for use:
The identification of a postal delivery service may be composed of a prefix, a number, and a suffix as per the following format:
Prefix A(3)
Number N(5)
Suffix A(3)
May optionally include a prefix and suffix which are non-numeric.
The identification may also not be required for certain services.
Examples:
PO BOX C96
CARE PO
RMB 123
GPO BOX 1777Q
Origin:
Health Data Standards Committee
AS4590 Interchange of client information