Definition
Whether a person has been diagnosed with a mental health condition by a doctor, nurse or other relevant health professional, as represented by a code.
Components
Data Element (this item)
- Data Element ConceptPerson—formally diagnosed mental health condition indicator
- Object ClassPerson
- PropertyFormally diagnosed mental health condition indicator
- Value DomainNone
Comments
Guide for use:
Health professionals who may diagnose a mental health condition include:
- Psychologists
- Psychiatrists
- General practitioners
- Mental health registered nurses.