Data Elements

Data Elements
This sections provides specific information about every data element captured in the HMDS, including definitions, permitted values, applicable business rules and practical data collection information. It also provides valuable informtaion regarding the quality of each data item. The data elements are divided into two sections:

The Non-Clinical Data Element Definitions incorporates all data elements that are deemed to be non-clinical and would generally be captured through normal administrative processes. For example, patient demographics, admission details and separation details.

The Clinical Data Element Definitions incorporate all data elements that would normally be captured through morbidity coding processes. Clinical data elements directly correspond to the morbidity and treatment aspects that occur within an admission.