The Secondary Code (ICD-9) template is a generic template that is referenced by various
section or entry to enable the consistent communication of an ICD-9 code. Whilst the
specification has identified SNOMED as the primary coding system for diagnosis, it
recognizes that the ICD-9 code system may also be used may be more clinically appropriate.
Consequently the specification supports sending the ICD-9 code as an additional identifier
to be attached to the record as required.
Context
Parent nodes of template element with id 2.16.840.1.113883.3.1818.10.4.28