LOINC Code 111480-0: Good Faith Estimate
111480-0 is a LOINC code used to identify Good Faith Estimate in laboratory and clinical observation data. You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges. LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component Good faith estimate. It is commonly used with the system or sample type {Setting}.
What is this code?
LOINC codes identify tests, measurements, observations, survey items, and clinical questions in a standardized way. It is associated with the component Good faith estimate. It is commonly used with the system or sample type {Setting}.
When is it used?
- Used in lab systems, EHRs, and clinical data exchange.
- May identify a test, observation, survey item, or clinical document request rather than a diagnosis.
- Status: ACTIVE
- Order vs observation: Both
- Method: {Role}
What it does not mean
- The code identifies the observation or test, not the actual result.
Key facts
- Good Faith Estimate
- The Good Faith Estimate (GFE) is a formal notification provided to patients that details the reasonably expected charges, billing codes, and services for a scheduled or requested healthcare item or service. The GFE includes an itemized estimate based on information from the provider, aiming to enhance transparency and enable informed patient decisions regarding healthcare costs. The full requirements for GFE content are specified in 42 U.S. Code § 300gg-136 and cover the expected charges, billing and diagnostic codes, and other elements necessary for clear patient cost communication.
- DOC.ONT; Document; Finding; Findings; GFE; Point in time; Random
Where you may see this code
You may see this code in lab systems, lab reports, EHR exports, interoperability feeds, or other structured clinical data exchanges.
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About this content
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