Personal Health Device Implementation Guide
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Personal Health Device Implementation Guide, published by HL7 International / Devices. This guide is not an authorized publication; it is the continuous build for version 2.0.1 built by the FHIR (HL7® FHIR® Standard) CI Build. This version is based on the current content of https://github.com/HL7/phd/ and changes regularly. See the Directory of published versions

Resource Profile: PhdCoincidentTimeStampObservation

Official URL: http://hl7.org/fhir/uv/phd/StructureDefinition/PhdCoincidentTimeStampObservation Version: 2.0.1
Standards status: Trial-use Maturity Level: 2 Computable Name: PhdCoincidentTimeStampObservation
Other Identifiers: OID:2.16.840.1.113883.4.642.40.73.42.6

Observations containing a coincident timestamp.

The Coincident Timestamp Observation Profile is used to compare the timelines of the PHD with the timeline of the PHG. The primary elements are the Observation.effectiveDateTime, which has the time of the PHG at the moment of generating the observation, and the Observation.valueDateTime or Observation.valueQuantity, which has the corresponding time of the PHD. The valueDateTime is used when the PHD uses a time-of-day clock, and the valueQuantity is used when the PHD uses a tick counter (relative time). The PHG reports its current time at the time it reads the (current) time of the PHD.

In remote patient monitoring, data can arrive from any location on the planet. Given that PHDs can be unsynchronized, have time clocks set by the user, default factory times, or no time clock at all, providing accurate timestamps in the Observation resources is a challenge. The Coincident Timestamp Observation provides a mechanism to report the PHD clock status and links it to the timeline of the PHG.

For more details on the interpretation of the Coincident Timestamp, see the notes section below.

A PHD Observation may reference a Coincident Timestamp Observation if the measurement reported from the PHD contains a timestamp and is from the current timeline of the PHD and needed correction. It will not reference a Coincident Timestamp Observation if the measurement reported from the PHD contains no timestamp or is from an older timeline after which a time adjustment occurred.

A Coincident Timestamp Observation is created for every connection between PHG and PHD, so data duplication is not an issue. Therefore, the conditional create identifier element is not used in this profile.

If a PHD has its time clock altered during a connection, a new Coincident Timestamp Observation is generated, and all data sent after the adjustment will reference the new Coincident Timestamp Observation.

Usages:

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Formal Views of Profile Content

Description Differentials, Snapshots, and other representations.

NameFlagsCard.TypeDescription & Constraints    Filter: doco
Observation C 0..* Observation Measurements and simple assertions
Constraints: obs-6, obs-7
Observation.implicitRules This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..1 uri A set of rules under which this content was created
Observation.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored
Observation.status This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 1..1 code registered | preliminary | final | amended +
Binding: ObservationStatus (required): Codes providing the status of an observation.
Fixed Value: final
Observation.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Observation.code.Slices for coding This element is included in summaries. 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.code.Slices for coding.coding:MDCType This element is included in summaries. 1..1 Coding The type of time clock used by the PHD
Binding: MDC Clock Types (required)
Observation.subject This element is included in summaries. 1..1 Reference(PhdDevice) Reference to the PHD device for which the coincident timestamp measurement is reported
Observation.subject.reference This element is included in summaries. C 1..1 string Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
Observation.effective[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 The current time of the PHG at the current time of the PHD. Absent if PHD is better synchronized
Observation.effective[x].effectiveDateTime dateTime
Observation.effective[x].effectivePeriod Period
Observation.effective[x].effectiveTiming Timing
Observation.effective[x].effectiveInstant instant
Observation.value[x] This element is included in summaries. C 0..1 The current time of the PHD as a wallclock time (dateTime), relative time (Quantity), or if a time fault a dataAbsentReason
Observation.value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.device 1..1 Reference(PhgDevice) (Measurement) Device
Observation.device.reference This element is included in summaries. C 1..1 string Reference to the PHG device responsible for the coincident timestamp measurement
Observation.Slices for component This element is included in summaries. 0..* BackboneElement Component results
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:code

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod This element is included in summaries. 0..1 BackboneElement Clock Synchronization Method: The method used to synchronize the clock.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Fixed Value: (Complex)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: urn:iso:std:iso:11073:10101
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.version 0..1 string Version of the system - if relevant
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: 68220
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.display 0..1 string Representation defined by the system
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.userSelected 0..1 boolean If this coding was chosen directly by the user
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.text 0..1 string Plain text representation of the concept
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Actual component result
Slice: Unordered, Closed by type:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them Other type slices that contain no new information are not shown in this view
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueCodeableConcept CodeableConcept
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueString string
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueBoolean boolean
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueInteger integer
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueRange Range
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueRatio Ratio
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueSampledData SampledData
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueTime time
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valuePeriod Period
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].value[x]:valueCodeableConcept This element is included in summaries. 0..1 CodeableConcept The clock synchronization method last used by the PHD/PHG to synchronize the clock of the PHD
Binding: MDC Time Synchronization Methods (extensible)

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Terminology Bindings

Path Status Usage ValueSet Version Source
Observation.status Base required ObservationStatus 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.code.coding:MDCType Base required MDC Clock Types 📦2.0.1 This IG
Observation.component.​code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​value[x]:valueCodeableConcept Base extensible MDC Time Synchronization Methods 📦2.0.1 This IG

Constraints

Id Grade Path(s) Description Expression
dom-2 error Observation If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources contained.contained.empty()
dom-3 error Observation If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL be referred to from elsewhere in the resource or SHALL refer to the containing resource contained.where((('#'+id in (%resource.descendants().reference | %resource.descendants().as(canonical) | %resource.descendants().as(uri) | %resource.descendants().as(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty()
dom-4 error Observation If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a meta.versionId or a meta.lastUpdated contained.meta.versionId.empty() and contained.meta.lastUpdated.empty()
dom-5 error Observation If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label contained.meta.security.empty()
dom-6 best practice Observation A resource should have narrative for robust management text.`div`.exists()
ele-1 error **ALL** elements All FHIR elements must have a @value or children hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())
ext-1 error **ALL** extensions Must have either extensions or value[x], not both extension.exists() != value.exists()
obs-6 error Observation dataAbsentReason SHALL only be present if Observation.value[x] is not present dataAbsentReason.empty() or value.empty()
obs-7 error Observation If Observation.code is the same as an Observation.component.code then the value element associated with the code SHALL NOT be present value.empty() or component.code.where(coding.intersect(%resource.code.coding).exists()).empty()

This structure is derived from Observation

NameFlagsCard.TypeDescription & Constraints    Filter: doco
Observation 0..* Observation Measurements and simple assertions
Observation.status 1..1 code registered | preliminary | final | amended +
Fixed Value: final
Observation.code
Observation.code.Slices for coding 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.code.Slices for coding.coding:MDCType 1..1 Coding The type of time clock used by the PHD
Binding: MDC Clock Types (required)
Observation.subject 1..1 Reference(PhdDevice) Reference to the PHD device for which the coincident timestamp measurement is reported
Observation.subject.reference 1..1 string Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
Observation.effective[x] 0..1 dateTime, Period, Timing, instant The current time of the PHG at the current time of the PHD. Absent if PHD is better synchronized
Observation.value[x] 0..1 The current time of the PHD as a wallclock time (dateTime), relative time (Quantity), or if a time fault a dataAbsentReason
Observation.value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.dataAbsentReason
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding 0..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault 0..1 Coding Time Fault: The PHD has a time fault
Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/data-absent-reason
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: unknown
Observation.specimen 0..0 No specimen in PHD. The coincident timestamp is not associated with a specimen.
Observation.device 1..1 Reference(PhgDevice) (Measurement) Device
Observation.device.reference 1..1 string Reference to the PHG device responsible for the coincident timestamp measurement
Observation.hasMember 0..0 No reference to a group observation in PHD. The coincident timestamp is not part of a group observation.
Observation.derivedFrom 0..0 No reference to a source observation in PHD. The coincident timestamp is not derived from another observation.
Observation.Slices for component 0..* BackboneElement Component results
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:code
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod 0..1 BackboneElement Clock Synchronization Method: The method used to synchronize the clock.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Fixed Value: (Complex)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: urn:iso:std:iso:11073:10101
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: 68220
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] 0..1 Quantity, CodeableConcept, string, boolean, integer, Range, Ratio, SampledData, time, dateTime, Period Actual component result
Slice: Unordered, Open by type:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them Other type slices that contain no new information are not shown in this view
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].value[x]:valueCodeableConcept 0..1 CodeableConcept The clock synchronization method last used by the PHD/PHG to synchronize the clock of the PHD
Binding: MDC Time Synchronization Methods (extensible)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.dataAbsentReason 0..0 Why the component result is missing

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Terminology Bindings (Differential)

Path Status Usage ValueSet Version Source
Observation.code.coding:MDCType Base required MDC Clock Types 📦2.0.1 This IG
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​value[x]:valueCodeableConcept Base extensible MDC Time Synchronization Methods 📦2.0.1 This IG
NameFlagsCard.TypeDescription & Constraints    Filter: doco
Observation C 0..* Observation Measurements and simple assertions
Constraints: obs-6, obs-7
Observation.id This element is included in summaries. 0..1 id Logical id of this artifact
Observation.meta This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Meta Metadata about the resource
Observation.implicitRules This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..1 uri A set of rules under which this content was created
Observation.language 0..1 code Language of the resource content
Binding: CommonLanguages (preferred): A human language.
Additional BindingsPurpose
AllLanguages Max Binding
Observation.text 0..1 Narrative Text summary of the resource, for human interpretation
This profile does not constrain the narrative in regard to content, language, or traceability to data elements
Observation.contained 0..* Resource Contained, inline Resources
Observation.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored
Observation.identifier This element is included in summaries. 0..* Identifier Business Identifier for observation
Observation.basedOn This element is included in summaries. 0..* Reference(CarePlan | DeviceRequest | ImmunizationRecommendation | MedicationRequest | NutritionOrder | ServiceRequest) Fulfills plan, proposal or order
Observation.partOf This element is included in summaries. 0..* Reference(MedicationAdministration | MedicationDispense | MedicationStatement | Procedure | Immunization | ImagingStudy) Part of referenced event
Observation.status This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 1..1 code registered | preliminary | final | amended +
Binding: ObservationStatus (required): Codes providing the status of an observation.
Fixed Value: final
Observation.category 0..* CodeableConcept Classification of type of observation
Binding: ObservationCategoryCodes (preferred): Codes for high level observation categories.
Observation.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Observation.code.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.code.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:url
Observation.code.Slices for coding This element is included in summaries. 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.code.Slices for coding.coding:MDCType This element is included in summaries. 1..1 Coding The type of time clock used by the PHD
Binding: MDC Clock Types (required)
Observation.code.text This element is included in summaries. 0..1 string Plain text representation of the concept
Observation.subject This element is included in summaries. 1..1 Reference(PhdDevice) Reference to the PHD device for which the coincident timestamp measurement is reported
Observation.subject.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.subject.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:url
Observation.subject.reference This element is included in summaries. C 1..1 string Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
Observation.subject.type This element is included in summaries. 0..1 uri Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient")
Binding: ResourceType (extensible): Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).
Observation.subject.identifier This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Identifier Logical reference, when literal reference is not known
Observation.subject.display This element is included in summaries. 0..1 string Text alternative for the resource
Observation.encounter This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Reference(Encounter) Healthcare event during which this observation is made
Observation.effective[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 The current time of the PHG at the current time of the PHD. Absent if PHD is better synchronized
Observation.effective[x].effectiveDateTime dateTime
Observation.effective[x].effectivePeriod Period
Observation.effective[x].effectiveTiming Timing
Observation.effective[x].effectiveInstant instant
Observation.issued This element is included in summaries. 0..1 instant Date/Time this version was made available
Observation.performer This element is included in summaries. 0..* Reference(Practitioner | PractitionerRole | Organization | CareTeam | Patient | RelatedPerson) Who is responsible for the observation
Observation.value[x] This element is included in summaries. C 0..1 The current time of the PHD as a wallclock time (dateTime), relative time (Quantity), or if a time fault a dataAbsentReason
Observation.value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.dataAbsentReason C 0..1 CodeableConcept Why the result is missing
Binding: DataAbsentReason (extensible): Codes specifying why the result (Observation.value[x]) is missing.
Observation.dataAbsentReason.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.dataAbsentReason.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:url
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding This element is included in summaries. 0..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Coding Time Fault: The PHD has a time fault

Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/data-absent-reason
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.version 0..1 string Version of the system - if relevant
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: unknown
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.display 0..1 string Representation defined by the system
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.userSelected 0..1 boolean If this coding was chosen directly by the user
Observation.dataAbsentReason.text This element is included in summaries. 0..1 string Plain text representation of the concept
Observation.interpretation 0..* CodeableConcept High, low, normal, etc.
Binding: ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible): Codes identifying interpretations of observations.
Observation.note 0..* Annotation Comments about the observation
Observation.bodySite 0..1 CodeableConcept Observed body part
Binding: SNOMEDCTBodyStructures (example): Codes describing anatomical locations. May include laterality.
Observation.method 0..1 CodeableConcept How it was done
Binding: ObservationMethods (example): Methods for simple observations.
Observation.device 1..1 Reference(PhgDevice) (Measurement) Device
Observation.device.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.device.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:url
Observation.device.reference This element is included in summaries. C 1..1 string Reference to the PHG device responsible for the coincident timestamp measurement
Observation.device.type This element is included in summaries. 0..1 uri Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient")
Binding: ResourceType (extensible): Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).
Observation.device.identifier This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Identifier Logical reference, when literal reference is not known
Observation.device.display This element is included in summaries. 0..1 string Text alternative for the resource
Observation.referenceRange C 0..* BackboneElement Provides guide for interpretation
Constraints: obs-3
Observation.referenceRange.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.referenceRange.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.referenceRange.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.referenceRange.low C 0..1 SimpleQuantity(4.0.1) Low Range, if relevant
Constraints: sqty-1
Observation.referenceRange.high C 0..1 SimpleQuantity(4.0.1) High Range, if relevant
Constraints: sqty-1
Observation.referenceRange.type 0..1 CodeableConcept Reference range qualifier
Binding: ObservationReferenceRangeMeaningCodes (preferred): Code for the meaning of a reference range.
Observation.referenceRange.appliesTo 0..* CodeableConcept Reference range population
Binding: ObservationReferenceRangeAppliesToCodes (example): Codes identifying the population the reference range applies to.
Observation.referenceRange.age 0..1 Range Applicable age range, if relevant
Observation.referenceRange.text 0..1 string Text based reference range in an observation
Observation.Slices for component This element is included in summaries. 0..* BackboneElement Component results
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:code

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Actual component result
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueCodeableConcept CodeableConcept
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueString string
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueBoolean boolean
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueInteger integer
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueRange Range
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueRatio Ratio
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueSampledData SampledData
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueTime time
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valuePeriod Period
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.dataAbsentReason C 0..1 CodeableConcept Why the component result is missing
Binding: DataAbsentReason (extensible): Codes specifying why the result (Observation.value[x]) is missing.
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.interpretation 0..* CodeableConcept High, low, normal, etc.
Binding: ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible): Codes identifying interpretations of observations.
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.referenceRange 0..* See referenceRange (Observation) Provides guide for interpretation of component result
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod This element is included in summaries. 0..1 BackboneElement Clock Synchronization Method: The method used to synchronize the clock.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Fixed Value: (Complex)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: urn:iso:std:iso:11073:10101
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.version 0..1 string Version of the system - if relevant
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: 68220
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.display 0..1 string Representation defined by the system
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.userSelected 0..1 boolean If this coding was chosen directly by the user
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.text 0..1 string Plain text representation of the concept
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Actual component result
Slice: Unordered, Closed by type:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them Other type slices that contain no new information are not shown in this view
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueCodeableConcept CodeableConcept
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueString string
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueBoolean boolean
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueInteger integer
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueRange Range
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueRatio Ratio
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueSampledData SampledData
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueTime time
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valuePeriod Period
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].value[x]:valueCodeableConcept This element is included in summaries. 0..1 CodeableConcept The clock synchronization method last used by the PHD/PHG to synchronize the clock of the PHD
Binding: MDC Time Synchronization Methods (extensible)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.interpretation 0..* CodeableConcept High, low, normal, etc.
Binding: ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible): Codes identifying interpretations of observations.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.referenceRange 0..* See referenceRange (Observation) Provides guide for interpretation of component result

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Terminology Bindings

Path Status Usage ValueSet Version Source
Observation.language Base preferred Common Languages 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.status Base required ObservationStatus 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.category Base preferred Observation Category Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.code.coding:MDCType Base required MDC Clock Types 📦2.0.1 This IG
Observation.subject.​type Base extensible ResourceType 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.dataAbsentReason Base extensible DataAbsentReason 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.interpretation Base extensible Observation Interpretation Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.bodySite Base example SNOMED CT Body Structures 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.method Base example Observation Methods 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.device.type Base extensible ResourceType 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.referenceRange.​type Base preferred Observation Reference Range Meaning Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.referenceRange.​appliesTo Base example Observation Reference Range Applies To Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component.​code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component.​dataAbsentReason Base extensible DataAbsentReason 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component.​interpretation Base extensible Observation Interpretation Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​value[x]:valueCodeableConcept Base extensible MDC Time Synchronization Methods 📦2.0.1 This IG
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​interpretation Base extensible Observation Interpretation Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.

Constraints

Id Grade Path(s) Description Expression
dom-2 error Observation If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources contained.contained.empty()
dom-3 error Observation If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL be referred to from elsewhere in the resource or SHALL refer to the containing resource contained.where((('#'+id in (%resource.descendants().reference | %resource.descendants().as(canonical) | %resource.descendants().as(uri) | %resource.descendants().as(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty()
dom-4 error Observation If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a meta.versionId or a meta.lastUpdated contained.meta.versionId.empty() and contained.meta.lastUpdated.empty()
dom-5 error Observation If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label contained.meta.security.empty()
dom-6 best practice Observation A resource should have narrative for robust management text.`div`.exists()
ele-1 error **ALL** elements All FHIR elements must have a @value or children hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())
ext-1 error **ALL** extensions Must have either extensions or value[x], not both extension.exists() != value.exists()
obs-3 error Observation.referenceRange Must have at least a low or a high or text low.exists() or high.exists() or text.exists()
obs-6 error Observation dataAbsentReason SHALL only be present if Observation.value[x] is not present dataAbsentReason.empty() or value.empty()
obs-7 error Observation If Observation.code is the same as an Observation.component.code then the value element associated with the code SHALL NOT be present value.empty() or component.code.where(coding.intersect(%resource.code.coding).exists()).empty()
sqty-1 error Observation.referenceRange.low, Observation.referenceRange.high The comparator is not used on a SimpleQuantity comparator.empty()

This structure is derived from Observation

Summary

Mandatory: 6 elements
Fixed: 1 element
Prohibited: 5 elements

Structures

This structure refers to these other structures:

Slices

This structure defines the following Slices:

  • The element 1 is sliced based on the value of Observation.code.coding
  • The element 1 is sliced based on the value of Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding
  • The element 1 is sliced based on the value of Observation.component
  • The element 1 is sliced based on the value of Observation.component.value[x]

Maturity: 2

Key Elements View

NameFlagsCard.TypeDescription & Constraints    Filter: doco
Observation C 0..* Observation Measurements and simple assertions
Constraints: obs-6, obs-7
Observation.implicitRules This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..1 uri A set of rules under which this content was created
Observation.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored
Observation.status This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 1..1 code registered | preliminary | final | amended +
Binding: ObservationStatus (required): Codes providing the status of an observation.
Fixed Value: final
Observation.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Observation.code.Slices for coding This element is included in summaries. 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.code.Slices for coding.coding:MDCType This element is included in summaries. 1..1 Coding The type of time clock used by the PHD
Binding: MDC Clock Types (required)
Observation.subject This element is included in summaries. 1..1 Reference(PhdDevice) Reference to the PHD device for which the coincident timestamp measurement is reported
Observation.subject.reference This element is included in summaries. C 1..1 string Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
Observation.effective[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 The current time of the PHG at the current time of the PHD. Absent if PHD is better synchronized
Observation.effective[x].effectiveDateTime dateTime
Observation.effective[x].effectivePeriod Period
Observation.effective[x].effectiveTiming Timing
Observation.effective[x].effectiveInstant instant
Observation.value[x] This element is included in summaries. C 0..1 The current time of the PHD as a wallclock time (dateTime), relative time (Quantity), or if a time fault a dataAbsentReason
Observation.value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.device 1..1 Reference(PhgDevice) (Measurement) Device
Observation.device.reference This element is included in summaries. C 1..1 string Reference to the PHG device responsible for the coincident timestamp measurement
Observation.Slices for component This element is included in summaries. 0..* BackboneElement Component results
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:code

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod This element is included in summaries. 0..1 BackboneElement Clock Synchronization Method: The method used to synchronize the clock.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Fixed Value: (Complex)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: urn:iso:std:iso:11073:10101
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.version 0..1 string Version of the system - if relevant
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: 68220
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.display 0..1 string Representation defined by the system
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.userSelected 0..1 boolean If this coding was chosen directly by the user
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.text 0..1 string Plain text representation of the concept
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Actual component result
Slice: Unordered, Closed by type:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them Other type slices that contain no new information are not shown in this view
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueCodeableConcept CodeableConcept
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueString string
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueBoolean boolean
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueInteger integer
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueRange Range
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueRatio Ratio
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueSampledData SampledData
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueTime time
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valuePeriod Period
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].value[x]:valueCodeableConcept This element is included in summaries. 0..1 CodeableConcept The clock synchronization method last used by the PHD/PHG to synchronize the clock of the PHD
Binding: MDC Time Synchronization Methods (extensible)

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Terminology Bindings

Path Status Usage ValueSet Version Source
Observation.status Base required ObservationStatus 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.code.coding:MDCType Base required MDC Clock Types 📦2.0.1 This IG
Observation.component.​code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​value[x]:valueCodeableConcept Base extensible MDC Time Synchronization Methods 📦2.0.1 This IG

Constraints

Id Grade Path(s) Description Expression
dom-2 error Observation If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources contained.contained.empty()
dom-3 error Observation If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL be referred to from elsewhere in the resource or SHALL refer to the containing resource contained.where((('#'+id in (%resource.descendants().reference | %resource.descendants().as(canonical) | %resource.descendants().as(uri) | %resource.descendants().as(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty()
dom-4 error Observation If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a meta.versionId or a meta.lastUpdated contained.meta.versionId.empty() and contained.meta.lastUpdated.empty()
dom-5 error Observation If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label contained.meta.security.empty()
dom-6 best practice Observation A resource should have narrative for robust management text.`div`.exists()
ele-1 error **ALL** elements All FHIR elements must have a @value or children hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())
ext-1 error **ALL** extensions Must have either extensions or value[x], not both extension.exists() != value.exists()
obs-6 error Observation dataAbsentReason SHALL only be present if Observation.value[x] is not present dataAbsentReason.empty() or value.empty()
obs-7 error Observation If Observation.code is the same as an Observation.component.code then the value element associated with the code SHALL NOT be present value.empty() or component.code.where(coding.intersect(%resource.code.coding).exists()).empty()

Differential View

This structure is derived from Observation

NameFlagsCard.TypeDescription & Constraints    Filter: doco
Observation 0..* Observation Measurements and simple assertions
Observation.status 1..1 code registered | preliminary | final | amended +
Fixed Value: final
Observation.code
Observation.code.Slices for coding 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.code.Slices for coding.coding:MDCType 1..1 Coding The type of time clock used by the PHD
Binding: MDC Clock Types (required)
Observation.subject 1..1 Reference(PhdDevice) Reference to the PHD device for which the coincident timestamp measurement is reported
Observation.subject.reference 1..1 string Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
Observation.focus 0..0 No focus in PHD. The coincident timestamp is not associated with a focus.
Observation.effective[x] 0..1 dateTime, Period, Timing, instant The current time of the PHG at the current time of the PHD. Absent if PHD is better synchronized
Observation.value[x] 0..1 The current time of the PHD as a wallclock time (dateTime), relative time (Quantity), or if a time fault a dataAbsentReason
Observation.value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.dataAbsentReason
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding 0..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault 0..1 Coding Time Fault: The PHD has a time fault
Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/data-absent-reason
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: unknown
Observation.specimen 0..0 No specimen in PHD. The coincident timestamp is not associated with a specimen.
Observation.device 1..1 Reference(PhgDevice) (Measurement) Device
Observation.device.reference 1..1 string Reference to the PHG device responsible for the coincident timestamp measurement
Observation.hasMember 0..0 No reference to a group observation in PHD. The coincident timestamp is not part of a group observation.
Observation.derivedFrom 0..0 No reference to a source observation in PHD. The coincident timestamp is not derived from another observation.
Observation.Slices for component 0..* BackboneElement Component results
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:code
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod 0..1 BackboneElement Clock Synchronization Method: The method used to synchronize the clock.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Fixed Value: (Complex)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: urn:iso:std:iso:11073:10101
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: 68220
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] 0..1 Quantity, CodeableConcept, string, boolean, integer, Range, Ratio, SampledData, time, dateTime, Period Actual component result
Slice: Unordered, Open by type:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them Other type slices that contain no new information are not shown in this view
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].value[x]:valueCodeableConcept 0..1 CodeableConcept The clock synchronization method last used by the PHD/PHG to synchronize the clock of the PHD
Binding: MDC Time Synchronization Methods (extensible)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.dataAbsentReason 0..0 Why the component result is missing

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Terminology Bindings (Differential)

Path Status Usage ValueSet Version Source
Observation.code.coding:MDCType Base required MDC Clock Types 📦2.0.1 This IG
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​value[x]:valueCodeableConcept Base extensible MDC Time Synchronization Methods 📦2.0.1 This IG

Snapshot ViewView

NameFlagsCard.TypeDescription & Constraints    Filter: doco
Observation C 0..* Observation Measurements and simple assertions
Constraints: obs-6, obs-7
Observation.id This element is included in summaries. 0..1 id Logical id of this artifact
Observation.meta This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Meta Metadata about the resource
Observation.implicitRules This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..1 uri A set of rules under which this content was created
Observation.language 0..1 code Language of the resource content
Binding: CommonLanguages (preferred): A human language.
Additional BindingsPurpose
AllLanguages Max Binding
Observation.text 0..1 Narrative Text summary of the resource, for human interpretation
This profile does not constrain the narrative in regard to content, language, or traceability to data elements
Observation.contained 0..* Resource Contained, inline Resources
Observation.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored
Observation.identifier This element is included in summaries. 0..* Identifier Business Identifier for observation
Observation.basedOn This element is included in summaries. 0..* Reference(CarePlan | DeviceRequest | ImmunizationRecommendation | MedicationRequest | NutritionOrder | ServiceRequest) Fulfills plan, proposal or order
Observation.partOf This element is included in summaries. 0..* Reference(MedicationAdministration | MedicationDispense | MedicationStatement | Procedure | Immunization | ImagingStudy) Part of referenced event
Observation.status This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 1..1 code registered | preliminary | final | amended +
Binding: ObservationStatus (required): Codes providing the status of an observation.
Fixed Value: final
Observation.category 0..* CodeableConcept Classification of type of observation
Binding: ObservationCategoryCodes (preferred): Codes for high level observation categories.
Observation.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Observation.code.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.code.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:url
Observation.code.Slices for coding This element is included in summaries. 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.code.Slices for coding.coding:MDCType This element is included in summaries. 1..1 Coding The type of time clock used by the PHD
Binding: MDC Clock Types (required)
Observation.code.text This element is included in summaries. 0..1 string Plain text representation of the concept
Observation.subject This element is included in summaries. 1..1 Reference(PhdDevice) Reference to the PHD device for which the coincident timestamp measurement is reported
Observation.subject.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.subject.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:url
Observation.subject.reference This element is included in summaries. C 1..1 string Literal reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
Observation.subject.type This element is included in summaries. 0..1 uri Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient")
Binding: ResourceType (extensible): Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).
Observation.subject.identifier This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Identifier Logical reference, when literal reference is not known
Observation.subject.display This element is included in summaries. 0..1 string Text alternative for the resource
Observation.encounter This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Reference(Encounter) Healthcare event during which this observation is made
Observation.effective[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 The current time of the PHG at the current time of the PHD. Absent if PHD is better synchronized
Observation.effective[x].effectiveDateTime dateTime
Observation.effective[x].effectivePeriod Period
Observation.effective[x].effectiveTiming Timing
Observation.effective[x].effectiveInstant instant
Observation.issued This element is included in summaries. 0..1 instant Date/Time this version was made available
Observation.performer This element is included in summaries. 0..* Reference(Practitioner | PractitionerRole | Organization | CareTeam | Patient | RelatedPerson) Who is responsible for the observation
Observation.value[x] This element is included in summaries. C 0..1 The current time of the PHD as a wallclock time (dateTime), relative time (Quantity), or if a time fault a dataAbsentReason
Observation.value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.dataAbsentReason C 0..1 CodeableConcept Why the result is missing
Binding: DataAbsentReason (extensible): Codes specifying why the result (Observation.value[x]) is missing.
Observation.dataAbsentReason.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.dataAbsentReason.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:url
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding This element is included in summaries. 0..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:$this

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Coding Time Fault: The PHD has a time fault

Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: http://terminology.hl7.org/CodeSystem/data-absent-reason
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.version 0..1 string Version of the system - if relevant
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: unknown
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.display 0..1 string Representation defined by the system
Observation.dataAbsentReason.Slices for coding.coding:TimeFault.userSelected 0..1 boolean If this coding was chosen directly by the user
Observation.dataAbsentReason.text This element is included in summaries. 0..1 string Plain text representation of the concept
Observation.interpretation 0..* CodeableConcept High, low, normal, etc.
Binding: ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible): Codes identifying interpretations of observations.
Observation.note 0..* Annotation Comments about the observation
Observation.bodySite 0..1 CodeableConcept Observed body part
Binding: SNOMEDCTBodyStructures (example): Codes describing anatomical locations. May include laterality.
Observation.method 0..1 CodeableConcept How it was done
Binding: ObservationMethods (example): Methods for simple observations.
Observation.device 1..1 Reference(PhgDevice) (Measurement) Device
Observation.device.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.device.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:url
Observation.device.reference This element is included in summaries. C 1..1 string Reference to the PHG device responsible for the coincident timestamp measurement
Observation.device.type This element is included in summaries. 0..1 uri Type the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient")
Binding: ResourceType (extensible): Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).
Observation.device.identifier This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Identifier Logical reference, when literal reference is not known
Observation.device.display This element is included in summaries. 0..1 string Text alternative for the resource
Observation.referenceRange C 0..* BackboneElement Provides guide for interpretation
Constraints: obs-3
Observation.referenceRange.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.referenceRange.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.referenceRange.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.referenceRange.low C 0..1 SimpleQuantity(4.0.1) Low Range, if relevant
Constraints: sqty-1
Observation.referenceRange.high C 0..1 SimpleQuantity(4.0.1) High Range, if relevant
Constraints: sqty-1
Observation.referenceRange.type 0..1 CodeableConcept Reference range qualifier
Binding: ObservationReferenceRangeMeaningCodes (preferred): Code for the meaning of a reference range.
Observation.referenceRange.appliesTo 0..* CodeableConcept Reference range population
Binding: ObservationReferenceRangeAppliesToCodes (example): Codes identifying the population the reference range applies to.
Observation.referenceRange.age 0..1 Range Applicable age range, if relevant
Observation.referenceRange.text 0..1 string Text based reference range in an observation
Observation.Slices for component This element is included in summaries. 0..* BackboneElement Component results
Slice: Unordered, Open by value:code

Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Actual component result
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueCodeableConcept CodeableConcept
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueString string
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueBoolean boolean
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueInteger integer
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueRange Range
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueRatio Ratio
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueSampledData SampledData
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueTime time
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.value[x].valuePeriod Period
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.dataAbsentReason C 0..1 CodeableConcept Why the component result is missing
Binding: DataAbsentReason (extensible): Codes specifying why the result (Observation.value[x]) is missing.
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.interpretation 0..* CodeableConcept High, low, normal, etc.
Binding: ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible): Codes identifying interpretations of observations.
Observation.Slices for component.component:All Slices.referenceRange 0..* See referenceRange (Observation) Provides guide for interpretation of component result
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod This element is included in summaries. 0..1 BackboneElement Clock Synchronization Method: The method used to synchronize the clock.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.modifierExtension This element is a modifier element. This element is included in summaries. 0..* Extension Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code This element is included in summaries. 1..1 CodeableConcept Type of component observation (code / type)
Binding: LOINCCodes (example): Codes identifying names of simple observations.
Required Pattern: At least the following
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding 1..* Coding Code defined by a terminology system
Fixed Value: (Complex)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.id 0..1 string Unique id for inter-element referencing
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.extension 0..* Extension Additional content defined by implementations
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.system 1..1 uri Identity of the terminology system
Fixed Value: urn:iso:std:iso:11073:10101
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.version 0..1 string Version of the system - if relevant
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.code 1..1 code Symbol in syntax defined by the system
Fixed Value: 68220
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.display 0..1 string Representation defined by the system
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.coding.userSelected 0..1 boolean If this coding was chosen directly by the user
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.code.text 0..1 string Plain text representation of the concept
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] This element is included in summaries. 0..1 Actual component result
Slice: Unordered, Closed by type:$this
Slicing Note: The rules on this element (including its children) apply to all the slices, but are not repeated in them Other type slices that contain no new information are not shown in this view
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueQuantity Quantity
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueCodeableConcept CodeableConcept
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueString string
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueBoolean boolean
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueInteger integer
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueRange Range
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueRatio Ratio
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueSampledData SampledData
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueTime time
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valueDateTime dateTime
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].valuePeriod Period
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x] Content/Rules for all slices
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.Slices for value[x].value[x]:valueCodeableConcept This element is included in summaries. 0..1 CodeableConcept The clock synchronization method last used by the PHD/PHG to synchronize the clock of the PHD
Binding: MDC Time Synchronization Methods (extensible)
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.interpretation 0..* CodeableConcept High, low, normal, etc.
Binding: ObservationInterpretationCodes (extensible): Codes identifying interpretations of observations.
Observation.Slices for component.component:clockSyncMethod.referenceRange 0..* See referenceRange (Observation) Provides guide for interpretation of component result

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Terminology Bindings

Path Status Usage ValueSet Version Source
Observation.language Base preferred Common Languages 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.status Base required ObservationStatus 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.category Base preferred Observation Category Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.code.coding:MDCType Base required MDC Clock Types 📦2.0.1 This IG
Observation.subject.​type Base extensible ResourceType 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.dataAbsentReason Base extensible DataAbsentReason 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.interpretation Base extensible Observation Interpretation Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.bodySite Base example SNOMED CT Body Structures 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.method Base example Observation Methods 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.device.type Base extensible ResourceType 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.referenceRange.​type Base preferred Observation Reference Range Meaning Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.referenceRange.​appliesTo Base example Observation Reference Range Applies To Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component.​code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component.​dataAbsentReason Base extensible DataAbsentReason 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component.​interpretation Base extensible Observation Interpretation Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​code Base example LOINC Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​value[x]:valueCodeableConcept Base extensible MDC Time Synchronization Methods 📦2.0.1 This IG
Observation.component:clockSyncMethod.​interpretation Base extensible Observation Interpretation Codes 📍4.0.1 FHIR Std.

Constraints

Id Grade Path(s) Description Expression
dom-2 error Observation If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources contained.contained.empty()
dom-3 error Observation If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL be referred to from elsewhere in the resource or SHALL refer to the containing resource contained.where((('#'+id in (%resource.descendants().reference | %resource.descendants().as(canonical) | %resource.descendants().as(uri) | %resource.descendants().as(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty()
dom-4 error Observation If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a meta.versionId or a meta.lastUpdated contained.meta.versionId.empty() and contained.meta.lastUpdated.empty()
dom-5 error Observation If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label contained.meta.security.empty()
dom-6 best practice Observation A resource should have narrative for robust management text.`div`.exists()
ele-1 error **ALL** elements All FHIR elements must have a @value or children hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())
ext-1 error **ALL** extensions Must have either extensions or value[x], not both extension.exists() != value.exists()
obs-3 error Observation.referenceRange Must have at least a low or a high or text low.exists() or high.exists() or text.exists()
obs-6 error Observation dataAbsentReason SHALL only be present if Observation.value[x] is not present dataAbsentReason.empty() or value.empty()
obs-7 error Observation If Observation.code is the same as an Observation.component.code then the value element associated with the code SHALL NOT be present value.empty() or component.code.where(coding.intersect(%resource.code.coding).exists()).empty()
sqty-1 error Observation.referenceRange.low, Observation.referenceRange.high The comparator is not used on a SimpleQuantity comparator.empty()

This structure is derived from Observation

Summary

Mandatory: 6 elements
Fixed: 1 element
Prohibited: 5 elements

Structures

This structure refers to these other structures:

Slices

This structure defines the following Slices:

  • The element 1 is sliced based on the value of Observation.code.coding
  • The element 1 is sliced based on the value of Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding
  • The element 1 is sliced based on the value of Observation.component
  • The element 1 is sliced based on the value of Observation.component.value[x]

Maturity: 2

 

Other representations of profile: CSV, Excel, Schematron

Notes:

Further notes on elements and the use of the PhdCoincidentTimeObservation resource:

Code

The code element is used to report the type of time clock used by the PHD. The PHG obtains the type of time clock and its current setting by inspecting the PHD's measurement timestamp and the PHD's clock. The ACOM clock types are mapped as follows:

ACOM clock type Observation.code.coding
Wall Clock with DST and Time Zone offset Mdc#68225
Wall Clock without DST and Time Zone offset Mdc#67975
Time counter Mdc#67983

PHG Current Time → Observation.effectiveDateTime

The PHG is required to have the capability to report local time and offset to UTC. The PHG records its current time in the Observation.effectiveDateTime element regardless of the type of time clock used by the PHD unless the PHD has superior time synchronization than the PHG. In that case, the Observation.effective[x] element is not populated.

PHD Current Time → Observation.value[x]

If the PHD uses a wall clock, the current time of the PHD is reported in an Observation.valueDateTime element. FHIR requires the presence of an offset to UTC, so if the PHD does not provide that, the PHG adds its offset to the value. It is reasonable to assume that the PHD and PHG are in the same time zone and thus have the same offset to UTC. However, PHDs can be mobile, and if the PHD is reporting an offset, the offset reported by the PHD is used even if it is NOT the offset of the PHG.

If the PHD uses a time counter, the current tick time is reported in an Observation.valueQuantity element scaled to microseconds or milliseconds as appropriate for the resolution of the counter.

Mapping Tick Counters

PHDs may also use tick counters of a specified resolution that report a tick count or relative time. GHS supports resolutions of 1 second to 100 microseconds. With relative times, there is no check for which device is better synchronized. The PHG must always map the value to UTC plus offset. The PHD's current time is reported in the Observation.valueQuantity element scaled to the tick counter's resolution. This time provides the anchor time allowing the PHG to map the relative times reported in measurements to its own timeline in UTC plus offset format.

A relative timestamp value in a measurement is mapped to UTC plus offset by taking the difference between the measurement timestamp and the synchronization point's relative time. That difference is added to the synchronization point's UTC time plus offset.

PHD synchronization method → Observation.component.valueCodeableConcept

The PHD synchronization method is reported in the Observation.component.valueCodeableConcept element. The code is a code from the MDC Time Synchronization Methods value set. The synchronization method is present in the timestamps supported by GHS and ACOM.

If the PHD has a time fault, the Observation.value[x] element is absent, and an Observation.dataAbsentReason.coding.code element is present with the code "unknown". A time fault is reported when the PHD reports its clock is unsynchronized and when a PHD measurement indicates an unsynchronized clock.

Device

The Observation.device element is a reference to the Device resource representing the PHG that generated the coincident timestamp.

Logic to Report Coincident Timestamps

The PHG may use the following logic to report Coincident Timestamps and adjust PHD observation timestamps, assuming the PHD and PHG are in close proximity and share the same UTC time zone and DST offset:

Case 1: PHD Does Not Report Timestamps in Measurements

  • No Coincident Timestamp Observation is created for the measurement.
  • The PHG uses the time of reception as the measurement timestamp.

Case 2: PHD Measurement Reports a Timestamp Not from Its Current Timeline

  • The PHG reports its current time in the Coincident Timestamp Observation.effectiveDateTime element.
  • The Coincident Timestamp Observation.value[x] element is left empty.
  • The Coincident Timestamp dataAbsentReason is set to unknown.
  • If the PHD measurement timestamp contains a UTC or local time and reports being externally synchronized:
    • The PHG reports the PHD measurement timestamps, correcting only for time zone and DST offset as needed.
  • Otherwise:
    • If the PHD measurement timestamp reports a tick counter (relative time) or indicates it is not externally synchronized:
      • The PHG cannot produce a meaningful timestamp for the measurement.
      • The PHG either reports an observation without an effective[x] element or chooses not to report the observation.

Case 3: PHD Measurement Reports a Timestamp from Its Current Timeline

  • If the PHD measurement timestamp contains a UTC or local time and reports being externally synchronized:
    • If the PHG is better synchronized than the PHD:
      • The PHG's current time is reported in the Observation.effectiveDateTime element.
      • The PHD's current time is reported in the Observation.valueDateTime element.
      • The PHG adjusts the measurement timestamps from the PHD's current timeline by the difference.
    • If the PHD is better synchronized than the PHG:
      • The PHG's current time is not reported, leaving the Observation.effectiveDateTime element empty.
      • The PHD's current time is reported in the Observation.valueDateTime element.
      • The PHG reports the PHD measurement timestamps, correcting for time zone and DST offset as needed.
  • Otherwise:
    • If the PHD observation contains a tick counter (relative time) or is not externally synchronized:
      • The PHG's current time is reported in the Observation.effectiveDateTime element.
      • The PHD's corresponding time is reported in the Observation.valueDateTime or Observation.valueQuantity element.
      • The PHG maps the PHD measurement timestamp to its own timeline using the Coincident Timestamp as an anchor point.

Example

Suppose the PHG reads the current time of the PHD and finds it is six minutes behind its own time. If the PHG is better synchronized to NTP, it will add six minutes to all timestamps reported by the PHD on its current timeline.