DHIN 2025Connectathon FHIR IG
0.1.0 - draft

DHIN 2025Connectathon FHIR IG, published by DHIN. This guide is not an authorized publication; it is the continuous build for version 0.1.0 built by the FHIR (HL7® FHIR® Standard) CI Build. This version is based on the current content of https://github.com/Nigeria-FHIR-Community/2025Connectathon/ and changes regularly. See the Directory of published versions

CodeSystem: NG Facility Type CS

Official URL: https://sandbox.dhin-hie.org/ig/CodeSystem/nigeria-facility-type Version: 0.1.0
Active as of 2025-10-21 Computable Name: NGFacilityTypeCS

A standardized classification system used to describe the type or level of health facility within a healthcare delivery system, based on the scope of services provided, staffing, infrastructure, and administrative role.

This Code system is referenced in the content logical definition of the following value sets:

This case-sensitive code system https://sandbox.dhin-hie.org/ig/CodeSystem/nigeria-facility-type defines the following codes:

CodeDisplayDefinition
outreach Outreach Post A temporary or mobile health service site established to deliver essential healthcare to underserved or remote populations.
phc-center-l1 PHC Center Level 1 A basic primary healthcare facility providing preventive and promotive services, often staffed by community health workers.
phc-center-l2 PHC Center Level 2 A primary healthcare facility with limited diagnostic and treatment services, typically staffed by nurses, CHEWs, or junior medical personnel.
phc-center-l3 PHC Center Level 3 An advanced primary healthcare facility offering comprehensive outpatient care, minor/light procedures, and referral support, often with a resident medical officer.
hospital Secondary Hospital A referral facility providing specialized care, inpatient services, and emergency response, staffed by medical officers and specialists.
tertiary Tertiary Facility A highly specialized hospital offering advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical care, often affiliated with teaching or research institutions.