Profile: MedicationStatement

Additional guidance based on the UKCore MedicationStatement resource.

Profile

UKCoreMedicationStatement (MedicationStatement)	C		MedicationStatement	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement Short description Record of medication being taken by a patient Alternate names MedicationStatement Definition A record of a medication that is being consumed by a patient. A MedicationStatement may indicate that the patient may be taking the medication now or has taken the medication in the past or will be taking the medication in the future. The source of this information can be the patient, significant other (such as a family member or spouse), or a clinician. A common scenario where this information is captured is during the history taking process during a patient visit or stay. The medication information may come from sources such as the patient's memory, from a prescription bottle, or from a list of medications the patient, clinician or other party maintains. The primary difference between a medicationstatement and a medicationadministration is that the medication administration has complete administration information and is based on actual administration information from the person who administered the medication. A medicationstatement is often, if not always, less specific. There is no required date/time when the medication was administered, in fact we only know that a source has reported the patient is taking this medication, where details such as time, quantity, or rate or even medication product may be incomplete or missing or less precise. As stated earlier, the Medication Statement information may come from the patient's memory, from a prescription bottle or from a list of medications the patient, clinician or other party maintains. Medication administration is more formal and is not missing detailed information. The MedicationStatement resource was previously called MedicationStatement. Data type MedicationStatement Constraints dom-2: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources `contained.contained.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-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().ofType(canonical) \| %resource.descendants().ofType(uri) \| %resource.descendants().ofType(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(ofType(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(ofType(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty()` dom-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management text.`div`.exists() dom-5: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label `contained.meta.security.empty()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: Entity. Role, or Act rim: Entity, Role, or Act workflow: Event w5: clinical.medication rim: SubstanceAdministration
id	Σ	0..1	id	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.id Short description Logical id of this artifact Definition The logical id of the resource, as used in the URL for the resource. Once assigned, this value never changes. Comments Within the context of the FHIR RESTful interactions, the resource has an id except for cases like the create and conditional update. Otherwise, the use of the resouce id depends on the given use case. Data type id
meta	Σ	0..1	Meta	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.meta Short description Metadata about the resource 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. Data type Meta Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
implicitRules	Σ ?!	0..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.implicitRules Short description A set of rules under which this content was created 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. 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 its narrative along with other profiles, value sets, etc. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
language		0..1	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.language Short description Language of the resource content Definition The base language in which the resource is written. 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). Data type code Binding IETF language tag for a human language AllLanguages (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a
text	C	0..1	Narrative	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.text Short description Text summary of the resource, for human interpretation Alternate names narrative, html, xhtml, display 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. Comments Contained resources do not have a 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. Data type Narrative Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dom-6 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A rim: Act.text?
contained	C	0..*	Resource	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.contained Short description Contained, inline Resources Alternate names inline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources Definition These resources do not have an independent existence apart from the resource that contains them - they cannot be identified independently, nor can they have their own independent transaction scope. This is allowed to be a Parameters resource if and only if it is referenced by a resource that provides context/meaning. 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. Data type Resource Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dom-2, dom-4, dom-3, dom-5 Mappings rim: n/a rim: Entity. Role, or Act rim: N/A
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content Definition 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 managable, 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
pharmacistVerifiedIndicator	C	0..1	Extension(boolean)	Element id MedicationStatement.extension:pharmacistVerifiedIndicator Short description Indicates whether a pharmacist verified a medication. Alternate names extensions, user content Definition This extension is used to indicate whether a pharmacist verified a medication. 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. Data type Extension(boolean) Extension URL https://fhir.hl7.org.uk/StructureDefinition/Extension-UKCore-PharmacistVerifiedIndicator Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
medicationPrescribingOrganizationType	C	0..1	Extension(CodeableConcept)	Element id MedicationStatement.extension:medicationPrescribingOrganizationType Short description Identifies if the medication was `prescribed-at-gp-practice` or `prescribed-by-another-organisation`.\n\nThis extension is likely only to be populated by GP systems. Alternate names extensions, user content Definition This extension carries the type of organisation or setting responsible for authorising and issuing a medication. 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. Data type Extension(CodeableConcept) Extension URL https://fhir.hl7.org.uk/StructureDefinition/Extension-UKCore-MedicationPrescribingOrganizationType Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
medicationStatementLastIssueDate	C	0..1	Extension(dateTime)	Element id MedicationStatement.extension:medicationStatementLastIssueDate Short description The date or date/time that the medication described in the `MedicationStatement` was last requested/prescribed.\n\nThe presence of this data does not imply medication has been dispensed or supplied to the patient. Alternate names extensions, user content Definition This extension supports the exchange of the date information when a prescription was last issued. 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. Data type Extension(dateTime) Extension URL https://fhir.hl7.org.uk/StructureDefinition/Extension-UKCore-MedicationStatementLastIssueDate Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
modifierExtension	Σ ?! C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.modifierExtension Short description Extensions that cannot be ignored Alternate names extensions, user content 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 managable, 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). 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
identifier	S Σ C	0..*	Identifier	Element id MedicationStatement.identifier Short description Allows the resource to be referenced within / by other resources. Definition Identifiers associated with this Medication Statement that are defined by business processes and/or used to refer to it when a direct URL reference to the resource itself is not appropriate. They are business identifiers assigned to this resource by the performer or other systems and remain constant as the resource is updated and propagates from server to server. Comments This is a business identifier, not a resource identifier. Data type Identifier Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ident-1: Identifier with no value has limited utility. If communicating that an identifier value has been suppressed or missing, the value element SHOULD be present with an extension indicating the missing semantic - e.g. data-absent-reason `value.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX / EI (occasionally, more often EI maps to a resource id or a URL) rim: II - The Identifier class is a little looser than the v3 type II because it allows URIs as well as registered OIDs or GUIDs. Also maps to Role[classCode=IDENT] servd: Identifier workflow: Event.identifier w5: FiveWs.identifier rim: .id
id		0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.identifier.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.identifier.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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 managable, 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
use	Σ ?!	0..1	codeBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.identifier.use Short description usual \| official \| temp \| secondary \| old (If known) Definition The purpose of this identifier. Requirements Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers. Comments Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary. Data type code Binding Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known . IdentifierUse (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Role.code or implied by context
type	Σ	0..1	CodeableConceptBinding	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.identifier.type Short description Description of identifier Definition A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Requirements Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known. Comments This element deals only with general categories of identifiers. It SHOULD not be used for codes that correspond 1..1 with the Identifier.system. Some identifiers may fall into multiple categories due to common usage. Where the system is known, a type is unnecessary because the type is always part of the system definition. However systems often need to handle identifiers where the system is not known. There is not a 1:1 relationship between type and system, since many different systems have the same type. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose. Identifier Type Codes (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: CX.5 rim: Role.code or implied by context
system	Σ	1..1	uri	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.identifier.system Short description The namespace for the identifier value Definition Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, an absolute URL that describes a set values that are unique. Requirements There are many sets of identifiers. To perform matching of two identifiers, we need to know what set we're dealing with. The system identifies a particular set of unique identifiers. Comments Identifier.system is always case sensitive. Data type uri Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.4 / EI-2-4 rim: II.root or Role.id.root servd: ./IdentifierType
value	Σ C	1..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.identifier.value Short description The value that is unique Definition The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system. Comments If the value is a full URI, then the system SHALL be urn:ietf:rfc:3986. The value's primary purpose is computational mapping. As a result, it may be normalized for comparison purposes (e.g. removing non-significant whitespace, dashes, etc.) A value formatted for human display can be conveyed using the http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/rendered-value). Identifier.value is to be treated as case sensitive unless knowledge of the Identifier.system allows the processer to be confident that non-case-sensitive processing is safe. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ident-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Examples General 123456 Mappings rim: n/a v2: CX.1 / EI.1 rim: II.extension or II.root if system indicates OID or GUID (Or Role.id.extension or root) servd: ./Value
period	Σ C	0..1	Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.identifier.period Short description Time period when id is/was valid for use Definition Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use. Comments A Period specifies a range of time; the context of use will specify whether the entire range applies (e.g. "the patient was an inpatient of the hospital for this time range") or one value from the range applies (e.g. "give to the patient between these two times"). Period is not used for a duration (a measure of elapsed time). See Duration. Data type Period Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` per-1: If present, start SHALL have a lower or equal value than end `start.hasValue().not() or end.hasValue().not() or (start.lowBoundary() <= end.highBoundary())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: DR rim: IVL<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] or URG<TS>[lowClosed="true" and highClosed="true"] v2: CX.7 + CX.8 rim: Role.effectiveTime or implied by context servd: ./StartDate and ./EndDate
assigner	Σ C	0..1	Reference(Organization)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.identifier.assigner Short description Organization that issued id (may be just text) Definition Organization that issued/manages the identifier. Comments The Identifier.assigner may omit the .reference element and only contain a .display element reflecting the name or other textual information about the assigning organization. Data type Reference(Organization) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) v2: CX.4 / (CX.4,CX.9,CX.10) rim: II.assigningAuthorityName but note that this is an improper use by the definition of the field. Also Role.scoper servd: ./IdentifierIssuingAuthority
partOf	C	0..*	Reference(MedicationStatement \| Procedure)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.partOf Short description Part of referenced event Definition A larger event of which this particular MedicationStatement is a component or step. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(MedicationStatement \| Procedure) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP]/target[classCode=SPLY or SBADM or PROC or OBS,moodCode=EVN]
status	S Σ ?!	1..1	codeBinding	Element id MedicationStatement.status Short description A code representing the patient or other source's judgement about the state of the medication used that this statement is about. Definition A code representing the status of recording the medication statement. Comments This status concerns just the recording of the medication statement. MedicationStatement.adherence should be used for indicating a patient's adherence to the information in this resource. Note, the statuses are different than in previous releases for MedicationStatement or MedicationStatement. This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid. Data type code Binding A coded concept indicating the current status of a MedicationStatement. Medication Status Codes (required) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Event.status w5: FiveWs.status rim: .statusCode
category	S Σ	0..*	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id MedicationStatement.category Short description Indicates where the medication is expected to be consumed or administered. Definition Type of medication statement (for example, drug classification like ATC, where meds would be administered, legal category of the medication.). Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded concept identifying where the medication included in the MedicationStatement is expected to be consumed or administered. UKCoreMedicationStatementCategory (extensible) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD w5: FiveWs.class rim: .inboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].source[classCode=OBS, moodCode=EVN, code="type of medication statement"].value
medication	Σ	1..1	CodeableReference	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.medication Short description What medication was taken Definition Identifies the medication being administered. This is either a link to a resource representing the details of the medication or a simple attribute carrying a code that identifies the medication from a known list of medications. Comments If only a code is specified, then it needs to be a code for a specific product. If more information is required, then the use of the medication resource is recommended. For example, if you require form or lot number, then you must reference the Medication resource. Data type CodeableReference Binding A coded concept identifying the substance or product being taken. SNOMEDCTMedicationCodes (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Event.code w5: FiveWs.what[x] rim: .participation[typeCode=CSM].role[classCode=ADMM or MANU]
subject	S Σ C	1..1	Reference(Group \| Patient)	Element id MedicationStatement.subject Short description Who is / was taking the medication. Definition The person, animal or group who is/was taking the medication. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Group \| Patient) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.subject w5: FiveWs.subject[x] v2: PID-3 Patient ID List rim: .participation[typeCode=SBJ].role[classCode=PAT]
encounter	Σ C	0..1	Reference(Encounter)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.encounter Short description Encounter associated with MedicationStatement Definition The encounter that establishes the context for this MedicationStatement. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Encounter) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) workflow: Event.encounter rim: .inboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].source[classCode=ENC, moodCode=EVN, code="type of encounter or episode"]
effective[x]	S Σ	0..1		Element id MedicationStatement.effective[x] Short description The date / time, or interval, when the medication is / was / will be taken. Definition The interval of time during which it is being asserted that the patient is/was/will be taking the medication (or was not taking, when the MedicationStatement.adherence element is Not Taking). Comments This attribute reflects the period over which the patient consumed the medication and is expected to be populated on the majority of Medication Statements. If the medication is still being taken and is expected to continue indefinitely at the time the usage is recorded, the "end" date will be omitted. If the end date is known, then it is included as the "end date". The date/time attribute supports a variety of dates - year, year/month and exact date. If something more than this is required, this should be conveyed as text. Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Event.occurrence[x] w5: FiveWs.done[x] rim: .effectiveTime
effectiveDateTime			dateTime	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type dateTime
effectivePeriod			Period	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type Period
effectiveTiming			Timing	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type Timing
dateAsserted	S Σ	0..1	dateTime	Element id MedicationStatement.dateAsserted Short description To timestamp the statement assertion. Definition The date when the Medication Statement was asserted by the information source. Comments UTC offset is allowed for dates and partial dates Data type dateTime Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a w5: FiveWs.recorded rim: .participation[typeCode=AUT].time
informationSource	S C	0..*	Reference(Organization \| Patient \| Practitioner \| PractitionerRole \| RelatedPerson)	Element id MedicationStatement.informationSource Short description To reference other resources, where applicable. Definition The person or organization that provided the information about the taking of this medication. Note: Use derivedFrom when a MedicationStatement is derived from other resources, e.g. Claim or MedicationRequest. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Organization \| Patient \| Practitioner \| PractitionerRole \| RelatedPerson) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) w5: FiveWs.source rim: .participation[typeCode=INF].role[classCode=PAT, or codes for Practitioner or Related Person (if PAT is the informer, then syntax for self-reported =true)
derivedFrom	S C	0..*	Reference(Resource)	Element id MedicationStatement.derivedFrom Short description To reference other resources, where applicable. Definition Allows linking the MedicationStatement to the underlying MedicationRequest, or to other information that supports or is used to derive the MedicationStatement. Comments Likely references would be to MedicationRequest, MedicationDispense, Claim, Observation or QuestionnaireAnswers. The most common use cases for deriving a MedicationStatement comes from creating a MedicationStatement from a MedicationRequest or from a lab observation or a claim. it should be noted that the amount of information that is available varies from the type resource that you derive the MedicationStatement from. Data type Reference(Resource) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=SPRT]/target[classCode=ACT,moodCode=EVN]
reason		0..*	CodeableReference	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.reason Short description Reason for why the medication is being/was taken Definition A concept, Condition or observation that supports why the medication is being/was taken. Comments This could be a diagnosis code. If a full condition record exists or additional detail is needed, use reasonForUseReference. Data type CodeableReference Binding A coded concept identifying why the medication is being taken. Condition/Problem/DiagnosisCodes (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a workflow: Event.reason w5: FiveWs.why[x] rim: .reasonCode
note		0..*	Annotation	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.note Short description Further information about the usage Definition Provides extra information about the Medication Statement that is not conveyed by the other attributes. Comments For systems that do not have structured annotations, they can simply communicate a single annotation with no author or time. This element may need to be included in narrative because of the potential for modifying information. Annotations SHOULD NOT be used to communicate "modifying" information that could be computable. (This is a SHOULD because enforcing user behavior is nearly impossible). Data type Annotation Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: Act workflow: Event.note rim: .inboundRelationship[typeCode=SUBJ]/source[classCode=OBS,moodCode=EVN,code="annotation"].value
relatedClinicalInformation	C	0..*	Reference(Condition \| Observation)	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.relatedClinicalInformation Short description Link to information relevant to the usage of a medication Definition Link to information that is relevant to a medication statement, for example, illicit drug use, gestational age, etc. Comments References SHALL be a reference to an actual FHIR resource, and SHALL be resolvable (allowing for access control, temporary unavailability, etc.). Resolution can be either by retrieval from the URL, or, where applicable by resource type, by treating an absolute reference as a canonical URL and looking it up in a local registry/repository. Data type Reference(Condition \| Observation) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` ref-1: SHALL have a contained resource if a local reference is provided `reference.exists() implies (reference.startsWith('#').not() or (reference.substring(1).trace('url') in %rootResource.contained.id.trace('ids')) or (reference='#' and %rootResource!=%resource))` ref-2: At least one of reference, identifier and display SHALL be present (unless an extension is provided). `reference.exists() or identifier.exists() or display.exists() or extension.exists()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: The target of a resource reference is a RIM entry point (Act, Role, or Entity) rim: TBD
renderedDosageInstruction		0..1	markdown	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.renderedDosageInstruction Short description Full representation of the dosage instructions Definition The full representation of the dose of the medication included in all dosage instructions. To be used when multiple dosage instructions are included to represent complex dosing such as increasing or tapering doses. Requirements The content of the renderedDosageInstructions must not be different than the dose represented in the dosageInstruction content. Comments Systems are not required to have markdown support, so the text should be readable without markdown processing. The markdown syntax is GFM - see https://github.github.com/gfm/ Data type markdown Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: SubstanceAdministration.text
dosage	S C	0..*	Dosage	Element id MedicationStatement.dosage Short description The medication dosage for the statement. Definition Indicates how the medication is/was or should be taken by the patient. Comments The dates included in the dosage on a Medication Statement reflect the dates for a given dose. For example, "from November 1, 2016 to November 3, 2016, take one tablet daily and from November 4, 2016 to November 7, 2016, take two tablets daily." It is expected that this specificity may only be populated where the patient brings in their labeled container or where the Medication Statement is derived from a MedicationRequest. Data type Dosage Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` dos-1: AsNeededFor can only be set if AsNeeded is empty or true `asNeededFor.empty() or asNeeded.empty() or asNeeded` Mappings rim: n/a rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=COMP].target[classCode=SBADM, moodCode=INT] rim: refer dosageInstruction mapping
id		0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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 managable, 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
modifierExtension	Σ ?! C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.modifierExtension Short description Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized Alternate names extensions, user content, modifiers 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 managable, 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). 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. 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. Data type Extension Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
sequence	Σ	0..1	integer	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.sequence Short description The order of the dosage instructions Definition Indicates the order in which the dosage instructions should be applied or interpreted. Requirements If the sequence number of multiple Dosages is the same, then it is implied that the instructions are to be treated as concurrent. If the sequence number is different, then the Dosages are intended to be sequential. Comments 32 bit number; for values larger than this, use decimal Data type integer Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: TQ1-1 rim: .text
text	Σ	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.text Short description Free text dosage instructions e.g. SIG Definition Free text dosage instructions e.g. SIG. Requirements Free text dosage instructions can be used for cases where the instructions are too complex to code. The content of this attribute does not include the name or description of the medication. When coded instructions are present, the free text instructions may still be present for display to humans taking or administering the medication. It is expected that the text instructions will always be populated. If the dosage.timing attribute is also populated, then the dosage.text should reflect the same information as the timing. Additional information about administration or preparation of the medication should be included as text. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: RXO-6; RXE-21 rim: .text
additionalInstruction	Σ	0..*	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.additionalInstruction Short description Supplemental instruction or warnings to the patient - e.g. "with meals", "may cause drowsiness" Definition Supplemental instructions to the patient on how to take the medication (e.g. "with meals" or"take half to one hour before food") or warnings for the patient about the medication (e.g. "may cause drowsiness" or "avoid exposure of skin to direct sunlight or sunlamps"). Requirements Additional instruction is intended to be coded, but where no code exists, the element could include text. For example, "Swallow with plenty of water" which might or might not be coded. Comments Information about administration or preparation of the medication (e.g. "infuse as rapidly as possibly via intraperitoneal port" or take "immediately following drug x") should be populated in dosage.text. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded concept identifying additional instructions such as "take with water" or "avoid operating heavy machinery". SNOMEDCTAdditionalDosageInstructions (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: RXO-7 rim: .text
patientInstruction	Σ	0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.patientInstruction Short description Patient or consumer oriented instructions Definition Instructions in terms that are understood by the patient or consumer. Comments Note that FHIR strings SHALL NOT exceed 1,048,576 (10241024) characters in size Data type* string Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: RXO-7 rim: .text
timing	Σ	0..1	Timing	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.timing Short description When medication should be administered Definition When medication should be administered. Requirements The timing schedule for giving the medication to the patient. This data type allows many different expressions. For example: "Every 8 hours"; "Three times a day"; "1/2 an hour before breakfast for 10 days from 23-Dec 2011:"; "15 Oct 2013, 17 Oct 2013 and 1 Nov 2013". Sometimes, a rate can imply duration when expressed as total volume / duration (e.g. 500mL/2 hours implies a duration of 2 hours). However, when rate doesn't imply duration (e.g. 250mL/hour), then the timing.repeat.duration is needed to convey the infuse over time period. Comments This attribute might not always be populated while the Dosage.text is expected to be populated. If both are populated, then the Dosage.text should reflect the content of the Dosage.timing. Data type Timing Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: QSET<TS> (GTS) rim: .effectiveTime
asNeeded	Σ C	0..1	boolean	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.asNeeded Short description Take "as needed" Definition Indicates whether the Medication is only taken when needed within a specific dosing schedule (Boolean option). Comments Can express "as needed" without a reason by setting the Boolean = True. In this case the CodeableConcept is not populated. Data type boolean Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dos-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: TQ1-9 rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=PRCN].target[classCode=OBS, moodCode=EVN, code="as needed"].value=boolean or codable concept
asNeededFor	Σ C	0..*	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.asNeededFor Short description Take "as needed" (for x) Definition Indicates whether the Medication is only taken based on a precondition for taking the Medication (CodeableConcept). Comments Can express "as needed" with a reason by including the CodeableConcept. In this case the Boolean is assumed to be False, then the dose is given according to the schedule and is not "prn" or "as needed". Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded concept identifying the precondition that should be met or evaluated prior to consuming or administering a medication dose. For example "pain", "30 minutes prior to sexual intercourse", "on flare-up" etc. SNOMEDCTMedicationAsNeededReasonCodes (example) Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: dos-1 Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: TQ1-9 rim: .outboundRelationship[typeCode=PRCN].target[classCode=OBS, moodCode=EVN, code="as needed"].value=boolean or codable concept
site	Σ	0..1	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.site Short description Body site to administer to Definition Body site to administer to. Requirements A coded specification of the anatomic site where the medication first enters the body. Comments If the use case requires attributes from the BodySite resource (e.g. to identify and track separately) then use the standard extension http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/bodySite. May be a summary code, or a reference to a very precise definition of the location, or both. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded concept describing the site location the medicine enters into or onto the body. UKCoreBodySite (preferred) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: RXR-2 rim: .approachSiteCode
route	Σ	0..1	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.route Short description How drug should enter body Definition How drug should enter body. Requirements A code specifying the route or physiological path of administration of a therapeutic agent into or onto a patient's body. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded concept describing the route or physiological path of administration of a therapeutic agent into or onto the body of a subject. UKCoreSubstanceOrProductAdministrationRoute (preferred) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: RXR-1 rim: .routeCode
method	Σ	0..1	CodeableConceptBinding	Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.method Short description Technique for administering medication Definition Technique for administering medication. Requirements A coded value indicating the method by which the medication is introduced into or onto the body. Most commonly used for injections. For examples, Slow Push; Deep IV. Comments Terminologies used often pre-coordinate this term with the route and or form of administration. Data type CodeableConcept Binding A coded concept describing the technique by which the medicine is administered. UKCoreMedicationDosageMethod (preferred) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: RXR-4 rim: SubstanceAdministration.methodCode
doseAndRate	Σ	0..*	Element	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate Short description Amount of medication administered, to be administered or typical amount to be administered Definition Depending on the resource,this is the amount of medication administered, to be administered or typical amount to be administered. Data type Element Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: TQ1-2 rim: SubstanceAdministration.doseQuantity; SubstanceAdministration.RateQuantity
id		0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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 managable, 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
type	Σ	0..1	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.type Short description The kind of dose or rate specified Definition The kind of dose or rate specified, for example, ordered or calculated. Requirements If the type is not populated, assume to be "ordered". Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding The kind of dose or rate specified. http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/dose-rate-type (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD v2: RXO-21; RXE-23
dose[x]	Σ	0..1		There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.dose[x] Short description Amount of medication per dose Definition Amount of medication per dose. Requirements The amount of therapeutic or other substance given at one administration event. Comments Note that this specifies the quantity of the specified medication, not the quantity for each active ingredient(s). Each ingredient amount can be communicated in the Medication resource. For example, if one wants to communicate that a tablet was 375 mg, where the dose was one tablet, you can use the Medication resource to document that the tablet was comprised of 375 mg of drug XYZ. Alternatively if the dose was 375 mg, then you may only need to use the Medication resource to indicate this was a tablet. If the example were an IV such as dopamine and you wanted to communicate that 400mg of dopamine was mixed in 500 ml of some IV solution, then this would all be communicated in the Medication resource. If the administration is not intended to be instantaneous (rate is present or timing has a duration), this can be specified to convey the total amount to be administered over the period of time as indicated by the schedule e.g. 500 ml in dose, with timing used to convey that this should be done over 4 hours. Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: RXO-2, RXE-3 rim: .doseQuantity
doseQuantity			SimpleQuantity	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type SimpleQuantity
doseRange			Range	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type Range
rate[x]	Σ	0..1		There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.rate[x] Short description Amount of medication per unit of time Definition Amount of medication per unit of time. Requirements Identifies the speed with which the medication was or will be introduced into the patient. Typically the rate for an infusion e.g. 100 ml per 1 hour or 100 ml/hr. May also be expressed as a rate per unit of time e.g. 500 ml per 2 hours. Other examples: 200 mcg/min or 200 mcg/1 minute; 1 liter/8 hours. Sometimes, a rate can imply duration when expressed as total volume / duration (e.g. 500mL/2 hours implies a duration of 2 hours). However, when rate doesn't imply duration (e.g. 250mL/hour), then the timing.repeat.duration is needed to convey the infuse over time period. Comments It is possible to supply both a rate and a doseQuantity to provide full details about how the medication is to be administered and supplied. If the rate is intended to change over time, depending on local rules/regulations, each change should be captured as a new version of the MedicationRequest with an updated rate, or captured with a new MedicationRequest with the new rate. It is possible to specify a rate over time (for example, 100 ml/hour) using either the rateRatio and rateQuantity. The rateQuantity approach requires systems to have the capability to parse UCUM grammar where ml/hour is included rather than a specific ratio where the time is specified as the denominator. Where a rate such as 500ml over 2 hours is specified, the use of rateRatio may be more semantically correct than specifying using a rateQuantity of 250 mg/hour. Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: RXE22, RXE23, RXE-24 rim: .rateQuantity
rateQuantity			SimpleQuantity	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type SimpleQuantity
rateRange			Range	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type Range
rateRatio			Ratio	There are no (further) constraints on this element Data type Ratio
maxDosePerPeriod	Σ C	0..*	Ratio	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.maxDosePerPeriod Short description Upper limit on medication per unit of time Definition Upper limit on medication per unit of time. Requirements The maximum total quantity of a therapeutic substance that may be administered to a subject over the period of time. For example, 1000mg in 24 hours. Comments This is intended for use as an adjunct to the dosage when there is an upper cap. For example "2 tablets every 4 hours to a maximum of 8/day". Data type Ratio Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` rat-1: Numerator and denominator SHALL both be present, or both are absent. If both are absent, there SHALL be some extension present `(numerator.exists() and denominator.exists()) or (numerator.empty() and denominator.empty() and extension.exists())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: N/A rim: RTO v2: RXO-23, RXE-19 rim: .maxDoseQuantity
maxDosePerAdministration	Σ C	0..1	SimpleQuantity	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.maxDosePerAdministration Short description Upper limit on medication per administration Definition Upper limit on medication per administration. Requirements The maximum total quantity of a therapeutic substance that may be administered to a subject per administration. Comments This is intended for use as an adjunct to the dosage when there is an upper cap. For example, a body surface area related dose with a maximum amount, such as 1.5 mg/m2 (maximum 2 mg) IV over 5 – 10 minutes would have doseQuantity of 1.5 mg/m2 and maxDosePerAdministration of 2 mg. Data type SimpleQuantity Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` qty-3: If a code for the unit is present, the system SHALL also be present `code.empty() or system.exists()` sqty-1: The comparator is not used on a SimpleQuantity `comparator.empty()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: SN (see also Range) or CQ rim: PQ, IVL<PQ>, MO, CO, depending on the values rim: not supported
maxDosePerLifetime	Σ C	0..1	SimpleQuantity	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.maxDosePerLifetime Short description Upper limit on medication per lifetime of the patient Definition Upper limit on medication per lifetime of the patient. Requirements The maximum total quantity of a therapeutic substance that may be administered per lifetime of the subject. Comments The context of use may frequently define what kind of quantity this is and therefore what kind of units can be used. The context of use may also restrict the values for the comparator. Data type SimpleQuantity Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` qty-3: If a code for the unit is present, the system SHALL also be present `code.empty() or system.exists()` sqty-1: The comparator is not used on a SimpleQuantity `comparator.empty()` Mappings rim: n/a v2: SN (see also Range) or CQ rim: PQ, IVL<PQ>, MO, CO, depending on the values rim: not supported
asNeeded[x]				There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.dosage.asNeeded[x]
adherence	Σ	0..1	BackboneElement	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.adherence Short description Indicates whether the medication is or is not being consumed or administered Definition Indicates whether the medication is or is not being consumed or administered. Comments This element can be used to indicate whether a patient is following a course of treatment as instructed/prescribed or whether they are taking medications of their own volition. It can also be used to indicate that a patient is not taking a medication, either because they were told not to or because they decided on their own. Data type BackboneElement Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a rim: outboundRelationship[typeCode=PERT].target[classCode=OBV,moodCode=EVN].value[xsi:type=BL]
id		0..1	string	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.adherence.id Short description Unique id for inter-element referencing Definition Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces. Data type string Conditions The cardinality or value of this element may be affected by these constraints: ele-1 Mappings rim: n/a
extension	C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.adherence.extension Short description Additional content defined by implementations Alternate names extensions, user content 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 managable, 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. 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. Data type Extension Slicing Unordered, Open, by url(Value) Extensions are always sliced by (at least) url Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
modifierExtension	Σ ?! C	0..*	Extension	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.adherence.modifierExtension Short description Extensions that cannot be ignored even if unrecognized Alternate names extensions, user content, modifiers 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 managable, 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). 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. 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. Data type Extension Constraints ele-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()` Mappings rim: n/a rim: N/A
code	Σ	1..1	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.adherence.code Short description Type of adherence Definition Type of the adherence for the medication. Comments Not all terminology uses fit this general pattern. In some cases, models should not use CodeableConcept and use Coding directly and provide their own structure for managing text, codings, translations and the relationship between elements and pre- and post-coordination. Data type CodeableConcept Binding MedicationStatementAdherenceCodes (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD rim: outboundRelationship[typeCode=PERT].target[classCode=OBV,moodCode=EVN].value[xsi:type=BL]
reason		0..1	CodeableConcept	There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.adherence.reason Short description Details of the reason for the current use of the medication Definition Captures the reason for the current use or adherence of a medication. Comments This is generally only used for "exception" statuses such as "entered-in-error". The reason for performing the event at all is captured in reasonCode, not here. Data type CodeableConcept Binding SNOMEDCTDrugTherapyStatusCodes (example) Constraints ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children `hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count())` Mappings rim: n/a v2: CE/CNE/CWE rim: CD orim: fhir:CodeableConcept rdfs:subClassOf dt:CD rim: .inboundRelationship[typeCode=SUBJ].source[classCode=CACT, moodCode=EVN].reasonCode
basedOn	S			There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.basedOn Short description To reference to a `MedicationRequest` resource, where applicable.
medication[x]	S			There are no (further) constraints on this element Element id MedicationStatement.medication[x] Short description Identifies the medication being administered.

Additional Guidance

To be added following consultation with the Digital Medicines Community of Interest.

Implementation guide for interoperable medicines

Profile: MedicationStatement

Additional Guidance