ITB Implementation Guide
0.1.0 - Release Label

ITB Implementation Guide, published by . 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/espen-servicewell/wof-portal-fhir-ig/ and changes regularly. See the Directory of published versions

Resource Profile: ITBHealthcareService - Detailed Descriptions

Active as of 2025-08-20

Definitions for the ITBHealthcareService resource profile.

Guidance on how to interpret the contents of this table can be foundhere

0. HealthcareService
Definition

The details of a healthcare service available at a location.

ShortThe details of a healthcare service available at a location
Control0..*
Is Modifierfalse
Summaryfalse
Invariantsdom-2: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources (contained.contained.empty())
dom-3: 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: 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: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label (contained.meta.security.empty())
dom-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management (text.`div`.exists())
2. HealthcareService.id
Definition

The logical id of the resource, as used in the URL for the resource. Once assigned, this value never changes.

ShortHealthCareService IdLogical id of this artifact
Comments

The only time that a resource does not have an id is when it is being submitted to the server using a create operation.

Control0..1
Typeidstring
Is Modifierfalse
Must Supporttrue
Summarytrue
4. HealthcareService.meta
Definition

The metadata about the resource. This is content that is maintained by the infrastructure. Changes to the content might not always be associated with version changes to the resource.

ShortMetadata about the resource
Control0..1
TypeMeta(WofMeta)
Is Modifierfalse
Summarytrue
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
6. HealthcareService.implicitRules
Definition

A reference to a set of rules that were followed when the resource was constructed, and which must be understood when processing the content. Often, this is a reference to an implementation guide that defines the special rules along with other profiles etc.

ShortA set of rules under which this content was created
Comments

Asserting this rule set restricts the content to be only understood by a limited set of trading partners. This inherently limits the usefulness of the data in the long term. However, the existing health eco-system is highly fractured, and not yet ready to define, collect, and exchange data in a generally computable sense. Wherever possible, implementers and/or specification writers should avoid using this element. Often, when used, the URL is a reference to an implementation guide that defines these special rules as part of it's narrative along with other profiles, value sets, etc.

Control0..1
Typeuri
Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because the implicit rules may provide additional knowledge about the resource that modifies it's meaning or interpretation
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summarytrue
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
8. HealthcareService.contained
Definition

Details and position information for a physical place where services are provided and resources and participants may be stored, found, contained, or accommodated.


These resources do not have an independent existence apart from the resource that contains them - they cannot be identified independently, and nor can they have their own independent transaction scope.

ShortReference to a List or LocationContained, inline Resources
Comments

This should never be done when the content can be identified properly, as once identification is lost, it is extremely difficult (and context dependent) to restore it again. Contained resources may have profiles and tags In their meta elements, but SHALL NOT have security labels.

Control0..*
TypeChoice of: Location(ITB Location), List(ITB List), Resource
Is Modifierfalse
Must Supporttrue
Must Support TypesNo must-support rules about the choice of types/profiles
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesinline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources
10. HealthcareService.extension
Definition

An Extension


May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

ShortExtensionAdditional content defined by implementations
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifierfalse
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on HealthcareService.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
  • 12. HealthcareService.extension:ExtListReference
    Slice NameExtListReference
    Definition

    Extension used to be able to add lists

    ShortITB List Reference Extension
    Control0..1
    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
    TypeExtension(ITB List Reference Extension) (Extension Type: Reference(List))
    Is Modifierfalse
    Must Supporttrue
    Summaryfalse
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    14. HealthcareService.extension:NotBookableInITB
    Slice NameNotBookableInITB
    Definition

    An Extension

    ShortIndicates if booking is made outside this ITB
    Control0..1
    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
    TypeExtension(NotBookableInITB) (Complex Extension)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Must Supporttrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    16. HealthcareService.extension:ExtPractitionerSegments
    Slice NameExtPractitionerSegments
    Definition

    An Extension

    ShortUsePractitionerSegments
    Control0..1
    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
    TypeExtension(UsePractitionerSegments) (Complex Extension)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Must Supporttrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    18. HealthcareService.extension:ExtPlanningHorizonInWeeks
    Slice NameExtPlanningHorizonInWeeks
    Definition

    An Extension

    ShortPlanningHorizonInWeeks
    Control0..1
    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
    TypeExtension(PlanningHorizonInWeeks) (Extension Type: integer)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Must Supporttrue
    Summaryfalse
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    20. HealthcareService.extension:ExtAllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation
    Slice NameExtAllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation
    Definition

    An Extension

    ShortAllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation
    Control0..1
    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
    TypeExtension(AllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation) (Extension Type: boolean)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Must Supporttrue
    Summaryfalse
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    22. HealthcareService.extension:ExtUrlPlaceholder
    Slice NameExtUrlPlaceholder
    Definition

    Used in URL's for linking to this instance. Should be short and url-friendly

    ShortITB Url Placeholder Extension
    Control0..1
    This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
    TypeExtension(ITB Url Placeholder Extension) (Extension Type: string)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Must Supporttrue
    Summaryfalse
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    24. HealthcareService.modifierExtension
    Definition

    May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource and that modifies the understanding of the element that contains it and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer is allowed to define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

    Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

    ShortExtensions that cannot be ignored
    Comments

    There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

    Control0..*
    TypeExtension
    Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the resource that contains them
    Summaryfalse
    Requirements

    Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

    Alternate Namesextensions, user content
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
    26. HealthcareService.active
    Definition

    This flag is used to mark the record to not be used. This is not used when a center is closed for maintenance, or for holidays, the notAvailable period is to be used for this.

    ShortWhether this HealthcareService record is in active use
    Comments

    This element is labeled as a modifier because it may be used to mark that the resource was created in error.

    Control0..1
    Typeboolean
    Is Modifiertrue because This element is labelled as a modifier because it is a status element that can indicate that a record should not be treated as valid
    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
    Must Supporttrue
    Summarytrue
    Meaning if MissingThis resource is generally assumed to be active if no value is provided for the active element
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    28. HealthcareService.providedBy
    Definition

    The organization that provides this healthcare service.

    ShortOf type 'WofReference'. Organization is named 'CareProvider' in portalOrganization that provides this service
    Comments

    This property is recommended to be the same as the Location's managingOrganization, and if not provided should be interpreted as such. If the Location does not have a managing Organization, then this property should be populated.

    Control0..1
    TypeReference(Organization)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Must Supporttrue
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    30. HealthcareService.location
    Definition

    The location(s) where this healthcare service may be provided.

    ShortLocation(s) where service may be provided
    Control0..*
    TypeReference(ITB Location, Location)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Must Supporttrue
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    32. HealthcareService.name
    Definition

    Further description of the service as it would be presented to a consumer while searching.

    ShortName visible in GUIDescription of service as presented to a consumer while searching
    Control0..1
    Typestring
    Is Modifierfalse
    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
    Must Supporttrue
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    34. HealthcareService.telecom
    Definition

    List of contacts related to this specific healthcare service.

    ShortList of contacts related to this specific healthcare service.Contacts related to the healthcare service
    Comments

    If this is empty, then refer to the location's contacts.

    Control0..*
    TypeContactPoint
    Is Modifierfalse
    Summaryfalse
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on HealthcareService.telecom. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
    • value @ telecom
    • 36. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone
      Slice NamePhone
      Definition

      List of contacts related to this specific healthcare service.

      ShortContacts related to the healthcare service
      Comments

      If this is empty, then refer to the location's contacts.

      Control0..1*
      TypeContactPoint
      Is Modifierfalse
      Must Supporttrue
      Summaryfalse
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      38. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.system
      Definition

      Telecommunications form for contact point - what communications system is required to make use of the contact.

      Shortphone | fax | email | pager | url | sms | other
      Control0..1
      This element is affected by the following invariants: cpt-2
      BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ContactPointSystemhttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-system|4.0.1
      (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-system|4.0.1)

      Telecommunications form for contact point.

      Typecode
      Is Modifierfalse
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Summarytrue
      Pattern Valuephone
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      40. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.value
      Definition

      The actual contact point details, in a form that is meaningful to the designated communication system (i.e. phone number or email address).

      ShortThe actual contact point details
      Comments

      Additional text data such as phone extension numbers, or notes about use of the contact are sometimes included in the value.

      Control0..1
      Typestring
      Is Modifierfalse
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Must Supporttrue
      Summarytrue
      Requirements

      Need to support legacy numbers that are not in a tightly controlled format.

      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      42. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.use
      Definition

      Identifies the purpose for the contact point.

      Shorthome | work | temp | old | mobile - purpose of this contact point
      Comments

      Applications can assume that a contact is current unless it explicitly says that it is temporary or old.

      Control0..1
      BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ContactPointUsehttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-use|4.0.1
      (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-use|4.0.1)

      Use of contact point.

      Typecode
      Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary or old contact etc.for a current/permanent one
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Summarytrue
      Requirements

      Need to track the way a person uses this contact, so a user can choose which is appropriate for their purpose.

      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      44. HealthcareService.telecom:Email
      Slice NameEmail
      Definition

      List of contacts related to this specific healthcare service.

      ShortContacts related to the healthcare service
      Comments

      If this is empty, then refer to the location's contacts.

      Control0..1*
      TypeContactPoint
      Is Modifierfalse
      Must Supporttrue
      Summaryfalse
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      46. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.system
      Definition

      Telecommunications form for contact point - what communications system is required to make use of the contact.

      Shortphone | fax | email | pager | url | sms | other
      Control0..1
      This element is affected by the following invariants: cpt-2
      BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ContactPointSystemhttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-system|4.0.1
      (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-system|4.0.1)

      Telecommunications form for contact point.

      Typecode
      Is Modifierfalse
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Summarytrue
      Pattern Valueemail
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      48. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.value
      Definition

      The actual contact point details, in a form that is meaningful to the designated communication system (i.e. phone number or email address).

      ShortThe actual contact point details
      Comments

      Additional text data such as phone extension numbers, or notes about use of the contact are sometimes included in the value.

      Control0..1
      Typestring
      Is Modifierfalse
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Must Supporttrue
      Summarytrue
      Requirements

      Need to support legacy numbers that are not in a tightly controlled format.

      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      50. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.use
      Definition

      Identifies the purpose for the contact point.

      Shorthome | work | temp | old | mobile - purpose of this contact point
      Comments

      Applications can assume that a contact is current unless it explicitly says that it is temporary or old.

      Control0..1
      BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ContactPointUsehttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-use|4.0.1
      (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-use|4.0.1)

      Use of contact point.

      Typecode
      Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary or old contact etc.for a current/permanent one
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Summarytrue
      Requirements

      Need to track the way a person uses this contact, so a user can choose which is appropriate for their purpose.

      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      52. HealthcareService.availableTime
      Definition

      A collection of times that the Service Site is available.

      ShortName or Display nameTimes the Service Site is available
      Comments

      More detailed availability information may be provided in associated Schedule/Slot resources.

      Control0..*
      TypeBackboneElement
      Is Modifierfalse
      Must Supporttrue
      Summaryfalse
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      54. HealthcareService.availableTime.modifierExtension
      Definition

      May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

      Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

      ShortExtensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
      Comments

      There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

      Control0..*
      TypeExtension
      Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
      Summarytrue
      Requirements

      Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

      Alternate Namesextensions, user content, modifiers
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
      56. HealthcareService.endpoint
      Definition

      Technical endpoints providing access to services operated for the specific healthcare services defined at this resource.

      ShortTBDTechnical endpoints providing access to electronic services operated for the healthcare service
      Control0..*
      TypeReference(Endpoint)
      Is Modifierfalse
      Must Supporttrue
      Summaryfalse
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      58. HealthcareService.endpoint.display
      Definition

      Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference.

      ShortText alternative for the resource
      Comments

      This is generally not the same as the Resource.text of the referenced resource. The purpose is to identify what's being referenced, not to fully describe it.

      Control0..1
      Typestring
      Is Modifierfalse
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Summarytrue
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))

      Guidance on how to interpret the contents of this table can be foundhere

      0. HealthcareService
      2. HealthcareService.id
      ShortHealthCareService Id
      Must Supporttrue
      4. HealthcareService.meta
      TypeMeta(WofMeta)
      6. HealthcareService.contained
      ShortReference to a List or Location
      TypeChoice of: Location(ITB Location), List(ITB List), Resource
      Must Supporttrue
      Must Support TypesNo must-support rules about the choice of types/profiles
      8. HealthcareService.extension
      SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on HealthcareService.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
      • value @ url
      • 10. HealthcareService.extension:ExtListReference
        Slice NameExtListReference
        Control0..1
        TypeExtension(ITB List Reference Extension) (Extension Type: Reference(List))
        Must Supporttrue
        12. HealthcareService.extension:NotBookableInITB
        Slice NameNotBookableInITB
        ShortIndicates if booking is made outside this ITB
        Control0..1
        TypeExtension(NotBookableInITB) (Complex Extension)
        Must Supporttrue
        14. HealthcareService.extension:ExtPractitionerSegments
        Slice NameExtPractitionerSegments
        Control0..1
        TypeExtension(UsePractitionerSegments) (Complex Extension)
        Must Supporttrue
        16. HealthcareService.extension:ExtPlanningHorizonInWeeks
        Slice NameExtPlanningHorizonInWeeks
        Control0..1
        TypeExtension(PlanningHorizonInWeeks) (Extension Type: integer)
        Must Supporttrue
        18. HealthcareService.extension:ExtAllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation
        Slice NameExtAllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation
        Control0..1
        TypeExtension(AllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation) (Extension Type: boolean)
        Must Supporttrue
        20. HealthcareService.extension:ExtUrlPlaceholder
        Slice NameExtUrlPlaceholder
        Control0..1
        TypeExtension(ITB Url Placeholder Extension) (Extension Type: string)
        Must Supporttrue
        22. HealthcareService.active
        Must Supporttrue
        24. HealthcareService.providedBy
        ShortOf type 'WofReference'. Organization is named 'CareProvider' in portal
        Must Supporttrue
        26. HealthcareService.location
        TypeReference(ITB Location)
        Must Supporttrue
        28. HealthcareService.name
        ShortName visible in GUI
        Must Supporttrue
        30. HealthcareService.telecom
        ShortList of contacts related to this specific healthcare service.
        SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on HealthcareService.telecom. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
        • value @ telecom
        • 32. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone
          Slice NamePhone
          Control0..1
          Must Supporttrue
          34. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.system
          Pattern Valuephone
          36. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.value
          Must Supporttrue
          38. HealthcareService.telecom:Email
          Slice NameEmail
          Control0..1
          Must Supporttrue
          40. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.system
          Pattern Valueemail
          42. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.value
          Must Supporttrue
          44. HealthcareService.availableTime
          ShortName or Display name
          Must Supporttrue
          46. HealthcareService.endpoint
          ShortTBD
          Must Supporttrue
          48. HealthcareService.endpoint.display

          Guidance on how to interpret the contents of this table can be foundhere

          0. HealthcareService
          Definition

          The details of a healthcare service available at a location.

          ShortThe details of a healthcare service available at a location
          Control0..*
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Invariantsdom-2: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources (contained.contained.empty())
          dom-3: 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: 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: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label (contained.meta.security.empty())
          dom-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management (text.`div`.exists())
          2. HealthcareService.id
          Definition

          The logical id of the resource, as used in the URL for the resource. Once assigned, this value never changes.

          ShortHealthCareService Id
          Comments

          The only time that a resource does not have an id is when it is being submitted to the server using a create operation.

          Control0..1
          Typeid
          Is Modifierfalse
          Must Supporttrue
          Summarytrue
          4. HealthcareService.meta
          Definition

          The metadata about the resource. This is content that is maintained by the infrastructure. Changes to the content might not always be associated with version changes to the resource.

          ShortMetadata about the resource
          Control0..1
          TypeMeta(WofMeta)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summarytrue
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          6. HealthcareService.implicitRules
          Definition

          A reference to a set of rules that were followed when the resource was constructed, and which must be understood when processing the content. Often, this is a reference to an implementation guide that defines the special rules along with other profiles etc.

          ShortA set of rules under which this content was created
          Comments

          Asserting this rule set restricts the content to be only understood by a limited set of trading partners. This inherently limits the usefulness of the data in the long term. However, the existing health eco-system is highly fractured, and not yet ready to define, collect, and exchange data in a generally computable sense. Wherever possible, implementers and/or specification writers should avoid using this element. Often, when used, the URL is a reference to an implementation guide that defines these special rules as part of it's narrative along with other profiles, value sets, etc.

          Control0..1
          Typeuri
          Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because the implicit rules may provide additional knowledge about the resource that modifies it's meaning or interpretation
          Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
          Summarytrue
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          8. HealthcareService.language
          Definition

          The base language in which the resource is written.

          ShortLanguage of the resource content
          Comments

          Language is provided to support indexing and accessibility (typically, services such as text to speech use the language tag). The html language tag in the narrative applies to the narrative. The language tag on the resource may be used to specify the language of other presentations generated from the data in the resource. Not all the content has to be in the base language. The Resource.language should not be assumed to apply to the narrative automatically. If a language is specified, it should it also be specified on the div element in the html (see rules in HTML5 for information about the relationship between xml:lang and the html lang attribute).

          Control0..1
          BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from CommonLanguages
          (preferred to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/languages)

          A human language.

          Additional BindingsPurpose
          AllLanguagesMax Binding
          Typecode
          Is Modifierfalse
          Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
          Summaryfalse
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          10. HealthcareService.text
          Definition

          A human-readable narrative that contains a summary of the resource and can be used to represent the content of the resource to a human. The narrative need not encode all the structured data, but is required to contain sufficient detail to make it "clinically safe" for a human to just read the narrative. Resource definitions may define what content should be represented in the narrative to ensure clinical safety.

          ShortText summary of the resource, for human interpretation
          Comments

          Contained resources do not have narrative. Resources that are not contained SHOULD have a narrative. In some cases, a resource may only have text with little or no additional discrete data (as long as all minOccurs=1 elements are satisfied). This may be necessary for data from legacy systems where information is captured as a "text blob" or where text is additionally entered raw or narrated and encoded information is added later.

          Control0..1
          TypeNarrative
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Alternate Namesnarrative, html, xhtml, display
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          12. HealthcareService.contained
          Definition

          Details and position information for a physical place where services are provided and resources and participants may be stored, found, contained, or accommodated.

          ShortReference to a List or Location
          Comments

          This should never be done when the content can be identified properly, as once identification is lost, it is extremely difficult (and context dependent) to restore it again. Contained resources may have profiles and tags In their meta elements, but SHALL NOT have security labels.

          Control0..*
          TypeChoice of: Location(ITB Location), List(ITB List)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Must Supporttrue
          Must Support TypesNo must-support rules about the choice of types/profiles
          Summaryfalse
          14. HealthcareService.extension
          Definition

          An Extension

          ShortExtension
          Control0..*
          TypeExtension
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
          SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on HealthcareService.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
          • value @ url
          • 16. HealthcareService.extension:ExtListReference
            Slice NameExtListReference
            Definition

            Extension used to be able to add lists

            ShortITB List Reference Extension
            Control0..1
            This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
            TypeExtension(ITB List Reference Extension) (Extension Type: Reference(List))
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supporttrue
            Summaryfalse
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
            18. HealthcareService.extension:NotBookableInITB
            Slice NameNotBookableInITB
            Definition

            An Extension

            ShortIndicates if booking is made outside this ITB
            Control0..1
            This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
            TypeExtension(NotBookableInITB) (Complex Extension)
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supporttrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
            20. HealthcareService.extension:ExtPractitionerSegments
            Slice NameExtPractitionerSegments
            Definition

            An Extension

            ShortUsePractitionerSegments
            Control0..1
            This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
            TypeExtension(UsePractitionerSegments) (Complex Extension)
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supporttrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
            22. HealthcareService.extension:ExtPlanningHorizonInWeeks
            Slice NameExtPlanningHorizonInWeeks
            Definition

            An Extension

            ShortPlanningHorizonInWeeks
            Control0..1
            This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
            TypeExtension(PlanningHorizonInWeeks) (Extension Type: integer)
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supporttrue
            Summaryfalse
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
            24. HealthcareService.extension:ExtAllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation
            Slice NameExtAllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation
            Definition

            An Extension

            ShortAllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation
            Control0..1
            This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
            TypeExtension(AllowReschedulingFromDentalUnitLocation) (Extension Type: boolean)
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supporttrue
            Summaryfalse
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
            26. HealthcareService.extension:ExtUrlPlaceholder
            Slice NameExtUrlPlaceholder
            Definition

            Used in URL's for linking to this instance. Should be short and url-friendly

            ShortITB Url Placeholder Extension
            Control0..1
            This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
            TypeExtension(ITB Url Placeholder Extension) (Extension Type: string)
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supporttrue
            Summaryfalse
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
            28. HealthcareService.modifierExtension
            Definition

            May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource and that modifies the understanding of the element that contains it and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer is allowed to define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

            Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

            ShortExtensions that cannot be ignored
            Comments

            There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

            Control0..*
            TypeExtension
            Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the resource that contains them
            Summaryfalse
            Requirements

            Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

            Alternate Namesextensions, user content
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
            30. HealthcareService.identifier
            Definition

            External identifiers for this item.

            ShortExternal identifiers for this item
            NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
            Control0..*
            TypeIdentifier
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summarytrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            32. HealthcareService.active
            Definition

            This flag is used to mark the record to not be used. This is not used when a center is closed for maintenance, or for holidays, the notAvailable period is to be used for this.

            ShortWhether this HealthcareService record is in active use
            Comments

            This element is labeled as a modifier because it may be used to mark that the resource was created in error.

            Control0..1
            Typeboolean
            Is Modifiertrue because This element is labelled as a modifier because it is a status element that can indicate that a record should not be treated as valid
            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
            Must Supporttrue
            Summarytrue
            Meaning if MissingThis resource is generally assumed to be active if no value is provided for the active element
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            34. HealthcareService.providedBy
            Definition

            The organization that provides this healthcare service.

            ShortOf type 'WofReference'. Organization is named 'CareProvider' in portal
            Comments

            This property is recommended to be the same as the Location's managingOrganization, and if not provided should be interpreted as such. If the Location does not have a managing Organization, then this property should be populated.

            Control0..1
            TypeReference(Organization)
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supporttrue
            Summarytrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            36. HealthcareService.category
            Definition

            Identifies the broad category of service being performed or delivered.

            ShortBroad category of service being performed or delivered
            Comments

            Selecting a Service Category then determines the list of relevant service types that can be selected in the primary service type.

            Control0..*
            BindingFor example codes, see ServiceCategory
            (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/service-category)

            A category of the service(s) that could be provided.

            TypeCodeableConcept
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summarytrue
            Alternate Namesservice category
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            38. HealthcareService.type
            Definition

            The specific type of service that may be delivered or performed.

            ShortType of service that may be delivered or performed
            Control0..*
            BindingFor example codes, see ServiceType
            (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/service-type)

            Additional details about where the content was created (e.g. clinical specialty).

            TypeCodeableConcept
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summarytrue
            Alternate Namesservice type
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            40. HealthcareService.specialty
            Definition

            Collection of specialties handled by the service site. This is more of a medical term.

            ShortSpecialties handled by the HealthcareService
            Control0..*
            BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from PracticeSettingCodeValueSet
            (preferred to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/c80-practice-codes)

            A specialty that a healthcare service may provide.

            TypeCodeableConcept
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summarytrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            42. HealthcareService.location
            Definition

            The location(s) where this healthcare service may be provided.

            ShortLocation(s) where service may be provided
            Control0..*
            TypeReference(ITB Location)
            Is Modifierfalse
            Must Supporttrue
            Summarytrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            44. HealthcareService.name
            Definition

            Further description of the service as it would be presented to a consumer while searching.

            ShortName visible in GUI
            Control0..1
            Typestring
            Is Modifierfalse
            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
            Must Supporttrue
            Summarytrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            46. HealthcareService.comment
            Definition

            Any additional description of the service and/or any specific issues not covered by the other attributes, which can be displayed as further detail under the serviceName.

            ShortAdditional description and/or any specific issues not covered elsewhere
            Comments

            Would expect that a user would not see this information on a search results, and it would only be available when viewing the complete details of the service.

            Control0..1
            Typestring
            Is Modifierfalse
            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
            Summarytrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            48. HealthcareService.extraDetails
            Definition

            Extra details about the service that can't be placed in the other fields.

            ShortExtra details about the service that can't be placed in the other fields
            Control0..1
            Typemarkdown
            Is Modifierfalse
            Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
            Summaryfalse
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            50. HealthcareService.photo
            Definition

            If there is a photo/symbol associated with this HealthcareService, it may be included here to facilitate quick identification of the service in a list.

            ShortFacilitates quick identification of the service
            Control0..1
            TypeAttachment
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summarytrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            52. HealthcareService.telecom
            Definition

            List of contacts related to this specific healthcare service.

            ShortList of contacts related to this specific healthcare service.
            Comments

            If this is empty, then refer to the location's contacts.

            Control0..*
            TypeContactPoint
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summaryfalse
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on HealthcareService.telecom. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
            • value @ telecom
            • 54. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone
              Slice NamePhone
              Definition

              List of contacts related to this specific healthcare service.

              ShortContacts related to the healthcare service
              Comments

              If this is empty, then refer to the location's contacts.

              Control0..1
              TypeContactPoint
              Is Modifierfalse
              Must Supporttrue
              Summaryfalse
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              56. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.id
              Definition

              Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

              ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
              Control0..1
              Typestring
              Is Modifierfalse
              XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
              Summaryfalse
              58. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.extension
              Definition

              May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

              ShortAdditional content defined by implementations
              Comments

              There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

              Control0..*
              TypeExtension
              Is Modifierfalse
              Summaryfalse
              Alternate Namesextensions, user content
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
              SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on HealthcareService.telecom.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
              • value @ url
              • 60. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.system
                Definition

                Telecommunications form for contact point - what communications system is required to make use of the contact.

                Shortphone | fax | email | pager | url | sms | other
                Control0..1
                This element is affected by the following invariants: cpt-2
                BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ContactPointSystem
                (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-system|4.0.1)

                Telecommunications form for contact point.

                Typecode
                Is Modifierfalse
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summarytrue
                Pattern Valuephone
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                62. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.value
                Definition

                The actual contact point details, in a form that is meaningful to the designated communication system (i.e. phone number or email address).

                ShortThe actual contact point details
                Comments

                Additional text data such as phone extension numbers, or notes about use of the contact are sometimes included in the value.

                Control0..1
                Typestring
                Is Modifierfalse
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Must Supporttrue
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

                Need to support legacy numbers that are not in a tightly controlled format.

                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                64. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.use
                Definition

                Identifies the purpose for the contact point.

                Shorthome | work | temp | old | mobile - purpose of this contact point
                Comments

                Applications can assume that a contact is current unless it explicitly says that it is temporary or old.

                Control0..1
                BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ContactPointUse
                (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-use|4.0.1)

                Use of contact point.

                Typecode
                Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary or old contact etc.for a current/permanent one
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

                Need to track the way a person uses this contact, so a user can choose which is appropriate for their purpose.

                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                66. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.rank
                Definition

                Specifies a preferred order in which to use a set of contacts. ContactPoints with lower rank values are more preferred than those with higher rank values.

                ShortSpecify preferred order of use (1 = highest)
                Comments

                Note that rank does not necessarily follow the order in which the contacts are represented in the instance.

                Control0..1
                TypepositiveInt
                Is Modifierfalse
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                68. HealthcareService.telecom:Phone.period
                Definition

                Time period when the contact point was/is in use.

                ShortTime period when the contact point was/is in use
                Control0..1
                TypePeriod
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                70. HealthcareService.telecom:Email
                Slice NameEmail
                Definition

                List of contacts related to this specific healthcare service.

                ShortContacts related to the healthcare service
                Comments

                If this is empty, then refer to the location's contacts.

                Control0..1
                TypeContactPoint
                Is Modifierfalse
                Must Supporttrue
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                72. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.id
                Definition

                Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                Control0..1
                Typestring
                Is Modifierfalse
                XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                Summaryfalse
                74. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.extension
                Definition

                May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

                ShortAdditional content defined by implementations
                Comments

                There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

                Control0..*
                TypeExtension
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
                SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on HealthcareService.telecom.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                • value @ url
                • 76. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.system
                  Definition

                  Telecommunications form for contact point - what communications system is required to make use of the contact.

                  Shortphone | fax | email | pager | url | sms | other
                  Control0..1
                  This element is affected by the following invariants: cpt-2
                  BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ContactPointSystem
                  (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-system|4.0.1)

                  Telecommunications form for contact point.

                  Typecode
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summarytrue
                  Pattern Valueemail
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  78. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.value
                  Definition

                  The actual contact point details, in a form that is meaningful to the designated communication system (i.e. phone number or email address).

                  ShortThe actual contact point details
                  Comments

                  Additional text data such as phone extension numbers, or notes about use of the contact are sometimes included in the value.

                  Control0..1
                  Typestring
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summarytrue
                  Requirements

                  Need to support legacy numbers that are not in a tightly controlled format.

                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  80. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.use
                  Definition

                  Identifies the purpose for the contact point.

                  Shorthome | work | temp | old | mobile - purpose of this contact point
                  Comments

                  Applications can assume that a contact is current unless it explicitly says that it is temporary or old.

                  Control0..1
                  BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ContactPointUse
                  (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/contact-point-use|4.0.1)

                  Use of contact point.

                  Typecode
                  Is Modifiertrue because This is labeled as "Is Modifier" because applications should not mistake a temporary or old contact etc.for a current/permanent one
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summarytrue
                  Requirements

                  Need to track the way a person uses this contact, so a user can choose which is appropriate for their purpose.

                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  82. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.rank
                  Definition

                  Specifies a preferred order in which to use a set of contacts. ContactPoints with lower rank values are more preferred than those with higher rank values.

                  ShortSpecify preferred order of use (1 = highest)
                  Comments

                  Note that rank does not necessarily follow the order in which the contacts are represented in the instance.

                  Control0..1
                  TypepositiveInt
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  84. HealthcareService.telecom:Email.period
                  Definition

                  Time period when the contact point was/is in use.

                  ShortTime period when the contact point was/is in use
                  Control0..1
                  TypePeriod
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summarytrue
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  86. HealthcareService.coverageArea
                  Definition

                  The location(s) that this service is available to (not where the service is provided).

                  ShortLocation(s) service is intended for/available to
                  Comments

                  The locations referenced by the coverage area can include both specific locations, including areas, and also conceptual domains too (mode = kind), such as a physical area (tri-state area) and some other attribute (covered by Example Care Organization). These types of Locations are often not managed by any specific organization. This could also include generic locations such as "in-home".

                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Location)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  88. HealthcareService.serviceProvisionCode
                  Definition

                  The code(s) that detail the conditions under which the healthcare service is available/offered.

                  ShortConditions under which service is available/offered
                  Comments

                  The provision means being commissioned by, contractually obliged or financially sourced. Types of costings that may apply to this healthcare service, such if the service may be available for free, some discounts available, or fees apply.

                  Control0..*
                  BindingFor example codes, see ServiceProvisionConditions
                  (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/service-provision-conditions)

                  The code(s) that detail the conditions under which the healthcare service is available/offered.

                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  90. HealthcareService.eligibility
                  Definition

                  Does this service have specific eligibility requirements that need to be met in order to use the service?

                  ShortSpecific eligibility requirements required to use the service
                  Control0..*
                  TypeBackboneElement
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  92. HealthcareService.eligibility.id
                  Definition

                  Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                  ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                  Control0..1
                  Typestring
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                  Summaryfalse
                  94. HealthcareService.eligibility.extension
                  Definition

                  May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

                  ShortAdditional content defined by implementations
                  Comments

                  There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeExtension
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
                  96. HealthcareService.eligibility.modifierExtension
                  Definition

                  May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

                  Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

                  ShortExtensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
                  Comments

                  There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeExtension
                  Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
                  Summarytrue
                  Requirements

                  Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

                  Alternate Namesextensions, user content, modifiers
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
                  98. HealthcareService.eligibility.code
                  Definition

                  Coded value for the eligibility.

                  ShortCoded value for the eligibility
                  Control0..1
                  Binding

                  Coded values underwhich a specific service is made available.

                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  100. HealthcareService.eligibility.comment
                  Definition

                  Describes the eligibility conditions for the service.

                  ShortDescribes the eligibility conditions for the service
                  Comments

                  The description of service eligibility should, in general, not exceed one or two paragraphs. It should be sufficient for a prospective consumer to determine if they are likely to be eligible or not. Where eligibility requirements and conditions are complex, it may simply be noted that an eligibility assessment is required. Where eligibility is determined by an outside source, such as an Act of Parliament, this should be noted, preferably with a reference to a commonly available copy of the source document such as a web page.

                  Control0..1
                  Typemarkdown
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  102. HealthcareService.program
                  Definition

                  Programs that this service is applicable to.

                  ShortPrograms that this service is applicable to
                  Comments

                  Programs are often defined externally to an Organization, commonly by governments; e.g. Home and Community Care Programs, Homeless Program, ….

                  Control0..*
                  BindingFor example codes, see Program
                  (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/program)

                  Government or local programs that this service applies to.

                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  104. HealthcareService.characteristic
                  Definition

                  Collection of characteristics (attributes).

                  ShortCollection of characteristics (attributes)
                  Comments

                  These could be such things as is wheelchair accessible.

                  Control0..*
                  Binding

                  A custom attribute that could be provided at a service (e.g. Wheelchair accessibiliy).

                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  106. HealthcareService.communication
                  Definition

                  Some services are specifically made available in multiple languages, this property permits a directory to declare the languages this is offered in. Typically this is only provided where a service operates in communities with mixed languages used.

                  ShortThe language that this service is offered in
                  Comments

                  When using this property it indicates that the service is available with this language, it is not derived from the practitioners, and not all are required to use this language, just that this language is available while scheduling.

                  Control0..*
                  BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from CommonLanguages
                  (preferred to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/languages)

                  A human language.

                  Additional BindingsPurpose
                  AllLanguagesMax Binding
                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  108. HealthcareService.referralMethod
                  Definition

                  Ways that the service accepts referrals, if this is not provided then it is implied that no referral is required.

                  ShortWays that the service accepts referrals
                  Control0..*
                  BindingFor example codes, see ReferralMethod
                  (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/service-referral-method)

                  The methods of referral can be used when referring to a specific HealthCareService resource.

                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  110. HealthcareService.appointmentRequired
                  Definition

                  Indicates whether or not a prospective consumer will require an appointment for a particular service at a site to be provided by the Organization. Indicates if an appointment is required for access to this service.

                  ShortIf an appointment is required for access to this service
                  Control0..1
                  Typeboolean
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  112. HealthcareService.availableTime
                  Definition

                  A collection of times that the Service Site is available.

                  ShortName or Display name
                  Comments

                  More detailed availability information may be provided in associated Schedule/Slot resources.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeBackboneElement
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  114. HealthcareService.availableTime.id
                  Definition

                  Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                  ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                  Control0..1
                  Typestring
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                  Summaryfalse
                  116. HealthcareService.availableTime.extension
                  Definition

                  May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

                  ShortAdditional content defined by implementations
                  Comments

                  There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeExtension
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
                  118. HealthcareService.availableTime.modifierExtension
                  Definition

                  May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

                  Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

                  ShortExtensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
                  Comments

                  There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeExtension
                  Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
                  Summarytrue
                  Requirements

                  Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

                  Alternate Namesextensions, user content, modifiers
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
                  120. HealthcareService.availableTime.daysOfWeek
                  Definition

                  Indicates which days of the week are available between the start and end Times.

                  Shortmon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun
                  Control0..*
                  BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from DaysOfWeek
                  (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/days-of-week|4.0.1)

                  The days of the week.

                  Typecode
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  122. HealthcareService.availableTime.allDay
                  Definition

                  Is this always available? (hence times are irrelevant) e.g. 24 hour service.

                  ShortAlways available? e.g. 24 hour service
                  Control0..1
                  Typeboolean
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  124. HealthcareService.availableTime.availableStartTime
                  Definition

                  The opening time of day. Note: If the AllDay flag is set, then this time is ignored.

                  ShortOpening time of day (ignored if allDay = true)
                  Comments

                  The time zone is expected to be for where this HealthcareService is provided at.

                  Control0..1
                  Typetime
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  126. HealthcareService.availableTime.availableEndTime
                  Definition

                  The closing time of day. Note: If the AllDay flag is set, then this time is ignored.

                  ShortClosing time of day (ignored if allDay = true)
                  Comments

                  The time zone is expected to be for where this HealthcareService is provided at.

                  Control0..1
                  Typetime
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  128. HealthcareService.notAvailable
                  Definition

                  The HealthcareService is not available during this period of time due to the provided reason.

                  ShortNot available during this time due to provided reason
                  Control0..*
                  TypeBackboneElement
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  130. HealthcareService.notAvailable.id
                  Definition

                  Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                  ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                  Control0..1
                  Typestring
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                  Summaryfalse
                  132. HealthcareService.notAvailable.extension
                  Definition

                  May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

                  ShortAdditional content defined by implementations
                  Comments

                  There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeExtension
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
                  134. HealthcareService.notAvailable.modifierExtension
                  Definition

                  May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

                  Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

                  ShortExtensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized
                  Comments

                  There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeExtension
                  Is Modifiertrue because Modifier extensions are expected to modify the meaning or interpretation of the element that contains them
                  Summarytrue
                  Requirements

                  Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

                  Alternate Namesextensions, user content, modifiers
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
                  136. HealthcareService.notAvailable.description
                  Definition

                  The reason that can be presented to the user as to why this time is not available.

                  ShortReason presented to the user explaining why time not available
                  Control1..1
                  Typestring
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  138. HealthcareService.notAvailable.during
                  Definition

                  Service is not available (seasonally or for a public holiday) from this date.

                  ShortService not available from this date
                  Control0..1
                  TypePeriod
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  140. HealthcareService.availabilityExceptions
                  Definition

                  A description of site availability exceptions, e.g. public holiday availability. Succinctly describing all possible exceptions to normal site availability as details in the available Times and not available Times.

                  ShortDescription of availability exceptions
                  Control0..1
                  Typestring
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  142. HealthcareService.endpoint
                  Definition

                  Technical endpoints providing access to services operated for the specific healthcare services defined at this resource.

                  ShortTBD
                  Control0..*
                  TypeReference(Endpoint)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Must Supporttrue
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  144. HealthcareService.endpoint.id
                  Definition

                  Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

                  ShortUnique id for inter-element referencing
                  Control0..1
                  Typestring
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  XML FormatIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
                  Summaryfalse
                  146. HealthcareService.endpoint.extension
                  Definition

                  May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

                  ShortAdditional content defined by implementations
                  Comments

                  There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeExtension
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Alternate Namesextensions, user content
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
                  SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on HealthcareService.endpoint.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                  • value @ url
                  • 148. HealthcareService.endpoint.reference
                    Definition

                    A reference to a location at which the other resource is found. The reference may be a relative reference, in which case it is relative to the service base URL, or an absolute URL that resolves to the location where the resource is found. The reference may be version specific or not. If the reference is not to a FHIR RESTful server, then it should be assumed to be version specific. Internal fragment references (start with '#') refer to contained resources.

                    ShortLiteral reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
                    Comments

                    Using absolute URLs provides a stable scalable approach suitable for a cloud/web context, while using relative/logical references provides a flexible approach suitable for use when trading across closed eco-system boundaries. Absolute URLs do not need to point to a FHIR RESTful server, though this is the preferred approach. If the URL conforms to the structure "/[type]/[id]" then it should be assumed that the reference is to a FHIR RESTful server.

                    Control0..1
                    This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-1
                    Typestring
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                    Summarytrue
                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                    150. HealthcareService.endpoint.type
                    Definition

                    The expected type of the target of the reference. If both Reference.type and Reference.reference are populated and Reference.reference is a FHIR URL, both SHALL be consistent.

                    The type is the Canonical URL of Resource Definition that is the type this reference refers to. References are URLs that are relative to http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/ e.g. "Patient" is a reference to http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/Patient. Absolute URLs are only allowed for logical models (and can only be used in references in logical models, not resources).

                    ShortType the reference refers to (e.g. "Patient")
                    Comments

                    This element is used to indicate the type of the target of the reference. This may be used which ever of the other elements are populated (or not). In some cases, the type of the target may be determined by inspection of the reference (e.g. a RESTful URL) or by resolving the target of the reference; if both the type and a reference is provided, the reference SHALL resolve to a resource of the same type as that specified.

                    Control0..1
                    BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ResourceType
                    (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/resource-types)

                    Aa resource (or, for logical models, the URI of the logical model).

                    Typeuri
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                    Summarytrue
                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                    152. HealthcareService.endpoint.identifier
                    Definition

                    An identifier for the target resource. This is used when there is no way to reference the other resource directly, either because the entity it represents is not available through a FHIR server, or because there is no way for the author of the resource to convert a known identifier to an actual location. There is no requirement that a Reference.identifier point to something that is actually exposed as a FHIR instance, but it SHALL point to a business concept that would be expected to be exposed as a FHIR instance, and that instance would need to be of a FHIR resource type allowed by the reference.

                    ShortLogical reference, when literal reference is not known
                    Comments

                    When an identifier is provided in place of a reference, any system processing the reference will only be able to resolve the identifier to a reference if it understands the business context in which the identifier is used. Sometimes this is global (e.g. a national identifier) but often it is not. For this reason, none of the useful mechanisms described for working with references (e.g. chaining, includes) are possible, nor should servers be expected to be able resolve the reference. Servers may accept an identifier based reference untouched, resolve it, and/or reject it - see CapabilityStatement.rest.resource.referencePolicy.

                    When both an identifier and a literal reference are provided, the literal reference is preferred. Applications processing the resource are allowed - but not required - to check that the identifier matches the literal reference

                    Applications converting a logical reference to a literal reference may choose to leave the logical reference present, or remove it.

                    Reference is intended to point to a structure that can potentially be expressed as a FHIR resource, though there is no need for it to exist as an actual FHIR resource instance - except in as much as an application wishes to actual find the target of the reference. The content referred to be the identifier must meet the logical constraints implied by any limitations on what resource types are permitted for the reference. For example, it would not be legitimate to send the identifier for a drug prescription if the type were Reference(Observation|DiagnosticReport). One of the use-cases for Reference.identifier is the situation where no FHIR representation exists (where the type is Reference (Any).

                    NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
                    Control0..1
                    TypeIdentifier
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    Summarytrue
                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                    154. HealthcareService.endpoint.display
                    Definition

                    Plain text narrative that identifies the resource in addition to the resource reference.

                    ShortText alternative for the resource
                    Comments

                    This is generally not the same as the Resource.text of the referenced resource. The purpose is to identify what's being referenced, not to fully describe it.

                    Control0..1
                    Typestring
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                    Summarytrue
                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))