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Discuss and share updates, requirements, challenges, issues, solutions, presentations and work items related to health terminologies and classifications (SNOMED CT, pCLOCD, etc.).
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Discuss and share updates, requirements, challenges, issues, solutions, presentations and work items related to health terminologies and classifications (SNOMED CT, pCLOCD, etc.).

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What is the Health Terminologies Community?

The Health Terminologies Community is a place to share and learn about new and existing implementations of, and updates to, health-related terminologies, terminology subsets, and classification systems used in Canada.

Members actively contribute to discussions and share information and advice related to the implementation, development, maintenance, and use of multiple vocabularies in various health-related projects.

This community is responsive to its membership, actively encouraging, welcoming, and relying on the submission of discussion topics, agenda items, and other items such as education and vendor engagement from its members.

The community will engage and collaborate with other groups or InfoCentral communities on broader related topics when relevant.

Major reference terminologies and classification systems of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • SNOMED CT
  • LOINC/pCLOCD
  • CCDD (Canadian Clinical Drug Dataset)
  • ICD-10-CA
  • ATC

Canada Health Infoway is the National Release Centre (NRC) for SNOMED CT, pCLOCD, and HL7 in Canada.

The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) is responsible for the development and publication of ICD-10-CA (the Canadian modification of ICD-10), as well as CCI (Canadian Classification of Health Interventions).

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If you have an idea for a community, working group, or project that will drive interoperability forward, let us know by contacting us.

CO-LEADERS

  • Alana Lane, Subject Matter Expert, Classifications and Terminologies, Canadian Institute for Health Information
  • Anil Patel, Senior Standards Specialist, Virtual care, Canada Health Infoway

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Joanie Harper created a new discussion in Health Terminologies

On October 12, Ann Chapman and Attila Farkas will be presenting "Unlocking the Future of Healthcare: A Collaborative Approach for Interoperability in Canada" at a Technation webinar. Unlocking the Future of Healthcare: A Collaborative Approach for Interoperability in Canada TECHNATION is pleased to host this exclusive webinar as we delve into the collaborative efforts of the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and Canada Health Infoway (Infoway), who along with key stakeholders are spearheading efforts to modernize health information flows, forging the path towards a truly connected health system. At the heart of the mission is a commitment to working hand in hand with industry stakeholders to reshape the landscape of healthcare in Canada. In this enlightening presentation, we will explore the critical importance and value of collaborating with industry stakeholders to drive digital health and data interoperability in Canada. Ann Chapman, Director, Spending and Primary Care, CIHI, and Attila Farkas, Senior Director, Interoperability Product Portfolio, Infoway will provide invaluable insights into the progress that has been achieved so far and the transformative journey that lies ahead. Key highlights of the presentation include: • Progress in Digital Health and Data Interoperability: Discover the significant strides made in advancing digital health and data interoperability within the Canadian healthcare ecosystem. CIHI and Infoway will shed light on the accomplishments, challenges, and exciting prospects that lie on the horizon. • The Pan-Canadian Interoperability Roadmap: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the shared, pan-Canadian interoperability roadmap. Learn how this strategic blueprint is guiding the transformation of healthcare information exchange and paving the way for a seamless, integrated healthcare system. • The Pan-Canadian Health Data Content Framework: Explore one of the foundational building blocks of this monumental endeavor, the pan-Canadian Health Data Content Framework. Understand how this framework is shaping the standardization and harmonization of health data, ensuring accuracy and consistency in healthcare information. • Engaging Industry Stakeholders: This presentation is not just about outlining the journey; it’s about involving YOU. CIHI and Infoway invite industry stakeholders to join the conversation and actively participate in shaping the future of healthcare in Canada. Discover opportunities to stay connected, collaborate, and play a pivotal role in this transformative journey. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, technology innovator, policymaker, or simply passionate about the future of healthcare, this webinar is your chance to be part of a visionary discussion that promises to redefine healthcare in Canada. Together, we can make a difference! REGISTRATION INFORMATION Members – complimentary Non-Members –regular $25.00 Government – complimentary Thursday, October 12, 2023 | 1:00 to 2:00 pm ET VIRTUAL EVENT ...

Linda Parisien created a new discussion in Health Terminologies

The SNOMED CT Affiliate License Agreement has been updated and modernized to provide greater clarity and to include some additional rights. Organizations and vendors that have implemented SNOMED CT International and/or Canadian Editions should update the ... to align with the enhanced versions published by SNOMED International and Canada Health Infoway. A few highlights of these updates include: • amendments in the areas of internet security, standards-based derivatives, access to personal data translated affiliate licenses, use of trademark • changes to additional rights for affiliate members • simplified and modernized licensing for system use Full details of the amendments are available and listed as a table in our .... The SNOMED CT Canadian National Release License Agreement has also been updated to align and reflect the changes made by SNOMED International. The updated license agreements can be accessed on InfoCentral. Please ... with any questions.

Linda Monico created a new discussion in Health Terminologies

LOINC version 2.76 has recently been published to address errors discovered in the release of LOINC version 2.75. Version 2.76 is a hotfix-only release. There are no new concepts in this release and it is now available for ... from the LOINC website and the LOINC ... using HL7® FHIR®. Infoway’s Standards team has worked to reconcile our ..., scheduled to be published at the end of this month, with the LOINC 2.76 hotfix release and there are no updates to address. The LOINC concepts corrected in LOINC 2.76 are not a part of pCLOCD. For more details about LOINC’s hotfix release, please read the full ... and .... Please ... with any questions.

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Discuss and share updates, requirements, challenges, issues, solutions, presentations and work items related to health terminologies and classifications (SNOMED CT, pCLOCD, etc.).

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Jordan Chan created a new discussion in Health Terminologies

Hello, We would like to inform the community of two new easily accessible educational resources available from SNOMED International for those wanting to learn more about the basics and value of SNOMED CT terminology, and to better understand where to access educational materials of interest. See ... for more information. The ... is a 20-minute video that provides an overview of the basics of SNOMED CT: What is SNOMED CT? Why is SNOMED CT needed? The scope of SNOMED CT SNOMED CT usage Benefits of SNOMED CT SNOMED International The ... is a 15-minute video that provides details of educational material that cover a range of topics related to this important healthcare terminology and to be able to find the information related to education around SNOMED CT quickly and easily: SNOMED International Website SNOMED E-Learning Courses and Certifications SNOMED E-Learning Pathways Presentation Library SNOMED Documentation Library Implementation Support Portal SNOMED CT Expo Presentations The aim of these resources is to provide key information for anyone starting or continuing there SNOMED CT educational journey. If you have any questions, feel free to ... Thank you!

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Upcoming events:

Mon Oct 02
SNOMED CT September 2023 CA Edition Release
Tue Oct 17 @11:00AM - 12:00PM
Health Terminologies Community Meeting
Tue Nov 21 @11:00AM - 12:00PM
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TECHNATION Health - Unlocking the Future of Healthcare Webinar - Oct 12 09/25/23

On October 12, Ann Chapman and Attila Farkas will be presenting "Unlocking the Future of Healthcare: A Collaborative Approach for Interoperability in Canada" at a Technation webinar. Unlocking the Future of Healthcare: A Collaborative Approach f...

Updated -- SNOMED CT Affiliate License Agreement and SNOMED CT Canadian National 09/25/23

The SNOMED CT Affiliate License Agreement has been updated and modernized to provide greater clarity and to include some additional rights. Organizations and vendors that have implemented SNOMED CT International and/or Canadian Editions should up...

LOINC version 2.76. Hotfix release is now available! 09/22/23

LOINC version 2.76 has recently been published to address errors discovered in the release of LOINC version 2.75. Version 2.76 is a hotfix-only release. There are no new concepts in this release and it is now available for ... from the LOINC websit...

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SNOMED CT Starter Tutorial and Education Resources Guide 09/06/23

Hello, We would like to inform the community of two new easily accessible educational resources available from SNOMED International for those wanting to learn more about the basics and value of SNOMED CT terminology, and to better understand where...

SI - Proposed update to content in the Radiographic imaging procedure hierarchy 08/31/23

Here is an update from SNOMED International on the subject: A briefing note documenting the proposed changes for the hierarchy 363680008|Radiographic imaging procedure (procedure)| and descendants was shared in July 2023. Feedback was received...

ISO Workforce roles & capabilities for terminology & terminology services update 08/23/23

Good afternoon, I was just recently looking to see where the update was at and if it had been published yet. I would appreciate a presentation. Will the draft be posted and balloted through the ISO community again? Much appreciated, Debbie

LOINC version 2.75 is now available! 08/21/23

LOINC Version 2.75 is available for ... from the LOINC website and from the LOINC Terminology Service using HL7® FHIR® . This release contains new, edited and newly mapped concepts in Laboratory, Clinical, Survey and other domains. It also includes c...

SI - Inactivation of 277132007 |Therapeutic procedure (procedure) 08/21/23

This is to update the SNOMED CT community on the replacement of the use of 363703001 |Has intent (attribute)| and value of Therapeutic intent in procedure concepts with a 260686004 |Method (attribute)| value of Therapy - action, where appropriate. Th...

ISO Workforce roles & capabilities for terminology & terminology services update 08/18/23

After seeing this Canadian led (by Kelly Abrams and Beverly Knight) ISO TC215 standard standard implemented not only in Canada but also in other countries, it is about to progress from a Technical Specification to an International Standard (IS). As...

SI – Update on seizure and epilepsy content changes 08/16/23

SNOMED International in collaboration with the The International League Against Epilepsy is working on improving the seizure and epilepsy content within the sub hierarchies of 313287004 |Seizure related finding (finding)| and 84757009 |Epilepsy (diso...

SI - Changes to actions Grafting - action and Surgical transplantation - action 08/16/23

Here is a briefing note from SNOMED International to inform the community about the plan to make 129407005 |Grafting - action (qualifier value)| and 410820007 |Surgical transplantation - action (qualifier value)| siblings rather than subtypes. Ple...

SI - Inactivation of Ethnic and Racial Group Social Context Content 08/14/23

Here is a briefing note from SNOMED International to inform the community about the plan to inactivate the subtypes of 372148003 |Ethnic group (ethnic group)| and 415229000 |Racial group (racial group)|. Please see the attached ... for more inform...

SI - Resolution of the Evaluation procedure vs. Observable entity issue 08/14/23

Here is a briefing note from SNOMED International to inform the community of the proposed resolution of the Evaluation procedure vs Observable entity issue recently agreed by the Senior Management Team (SMT). The Observable entity and Evaluation p...

SI-Inactivation of Concepts Specified Male/Female in Descriptions 08/08/23

Hi all, For your information, SNOMED International has released a new version of the briefing note. The updated version has the word 'gender' removed and replaced by 'sex'. You can find it .... Thank you!

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