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Protocol Code

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A protocol code is typically used to provide additional information and/or instructions for a particular procedure step from a radiologist to administrative staff and/or technologists.

Properties

Property

Description

Name

The name of the protocol code. Must be unique.

Description

A description of the protocol code. Optional.

Notes

A radiologist "protocols" a procedure by assigning it a set of protocol codes prior to it being performed.