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Resource Profile: CHCoreLocation - Detailed Descriptions

Active as of 2024-05-16

Definitions for the ch-core-location resource profile.

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

0. Location
ShortCH Core Location
2. Location.name
Control1..?
4. Location.telecom
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on Location.telecom. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ system
  • 6. Location.telecom.system
    Control1..?
    8. Location.telecom.value
    Control1..?
    10. Location.telecom:email
    Slice Nameemail
    Control0..*
    TypeContactPoint(CH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Email)
    12. Location.telecom:phone
    Slice Namephone
    Control0..*
    TypeContactPoint(CH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Phone)
    14. Location.telecom:internet
    Slice Nameinternet
    Control0..*
    TypeContactPoint(CH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Internet)
    16. Location.address
    TypeAddress(CH Core Postal Address)
    18. Location.managingOrganization
    TypeReference(CH Core Organization)

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

    0. Location
    Definition

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

    ShortCH Core LocationDetails and position information for a physical place
    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. Location.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()))
    4. Location.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())
    6. Location.status
    Definition

    The status property covers the general availability of the resource, not the current value which may be covered by the operationStatus, or by a schedule/slots if they are configured for the location.

    Shortactive | suspended | inactive
    Control0..1
    BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from LocationStatushttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/location-status|4.0.1
    (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/location-status|4.0.1)

    Indicates whether the location is still in use.

    Typecode
    Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid
    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. Location.name
    Definition

    Name of the location as used by humans. Does not need to be unique.

    ShortName of the location as used by humans
    Comments

    If the name of a location changes, consider putting the old name in the alias column so that it can still be located through searches.

    Control10..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()))
    10. Location.telecom
    Definition

    The contact details of communication devices available at the location. This can include phone numbers, fax numbers, mobile numbers, email addresses and web sites.

    ShortContact details of the location
    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 Location.telecom. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
    • value @ system
    • 12. Location.telecom.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
      Control10..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
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      14. Location.telecom.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.

      Control10..1
      Typestring
      Is Modifierfalse
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      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()))
      16. Location.telecom.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()))
      18. Location.telecom:email
      Slice Nameemail
      Definition

      Details for all kinds of technology mediated contact points for a person or organization, including telephone, email, etc.


      The contact details of communication devices available at the location. This can include phone numbers, fax numbers, mobile numbers, email addresses and web sites.

      ShortCH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 EmailContact details of the location
      Control0..*
      This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
      TypeContactPoint(CH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Email)
      Is Modifierfalse
      Invariantscpt-2: A system is required if a value is provided. (value.empty() or system.exists())
      ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      20. Location.telecom:phone
      Slice Namephone
      Definition

      Details for all kinds of technology mediated contact points for a person or organization, including telephone, email, etc.


      The contact details of communication devices available at the location. This can include phone numbers, fax numbers, mobile numbers, email addresses and web sites.

      ShortCH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 PhoneContact details of the location
      Control0..*
      This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
      TypeContactPoint(CH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Phone)
      Is Modifierfalse
      Invariantscpt-2: A system is required if a value is provided. (value.empty() or system.exists())
      ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      22. Location.telecom:internet
      Slice Nameinternet
      Definition

      Details for all kinds of technology mediated contact points for a person or organization, including telephone, email, etc.


      The contact details of communication devices available at the location. This can include phone numbers, fax numbers, mobile numbers, email addresses and web sites.

      ShortCH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 InternetContact details of the location
      Control0..*
      This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
      TypeContactPoint(CH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Internet)
      Is Modifierfalse
      Invariantscpt-2: A system is required if a value is provided. (value.empty() or system.exists())
      ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      24. Location.address
      Definition

      An address expressed using postal conventions (as opposed to GPS or other location definition formats). This data type may be used to convey addresses for use in delivering mail as well as for visiting locations which might not be valid for mail delivery. There are a variety of postal address formats defined around the world.


      Physical location.

      ShortAn address expressed using postal conventions (as opposed to GPS or other location definition formats)Physical location
      Comments

      Note: address is intended to describe postal addresses for administrative purposes, not to describe absolute geographical coordinates. Postal addresses are often used as proxies for physical locations (also see the Location resource).


      Additional addresses should be recorded using another instance of the Location resource, or via the Organization.

      Control0..1
      This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
      TypeAddress(CH Core Postal Address)
      Is Modifierfalse
      Requirements

      If locations can be visited, we need to keep track of their address.

      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      ch-addr-2: For a Swiss address, a canton abbreviation from the value set 'eCH-0007 Canton Abbreviation' must be used. (country.extension.where(url = 'http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/iso21090-SC-coding').empty() or (country.extension.where(url = 'http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/iso21090-SC-coding').value.code.startsWith('CH') = false) or (country.extension.where(url = 'http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/iso21090-SC-coding').value.code.startsWith('CH').exists() and (state.empty() or state.memberOf('http://fhir.ch/ig/ch-core/ValueSet/ech-7-cantonabbreviation'))))
      26. Location.managingOrganization
      Definition

      The organization responsible for the provisioning and upkeep of the location.

      ShortOrganization responsible for provisioning and upkeep
      Comments

      This can also be used as the part of the organization hierarchy where this location provides services. These services can be defined through the HealthcareService resource.

      Control0..1
      TypeReference(CH Core Organization, Organization)
      Is Modifierfalse
      Summarytrue
      Requirements

      Need to know who manages the location.

      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 found here

      0. Location
      Definition

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

      ShortCH Core 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. Location.id
      Definition

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

      ShortLogical 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
      Typeid
      Is Modifierfalse
      Summarytrue
      4. Location.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
      Is Modifierfalse
      Summarytrue
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      6. Location.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. Location.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. Location.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. Location.contained
      Definition

      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.

      ShortContained, 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..*
      TypeResource
      Is Modifierfalse
      Summaryfalse
      Alternate Namesinline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources
      14. Location.extension
      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 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())
      16. Location.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())
      18. Location.identifier
      Definition

      Unique code or number identifying the location to its users.

      ShortUnique code or number identifying the location to its users
      NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
      Control0..*
      TypeIdentifier
      Is Modifierfalse
      Summarytrue
      Requirements

      Organization label locations in registries, need to keep track of those.

      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      20. Location.status
      Definition

      The status property covers the general availability of the resource, not the current value which may be covered by the operationStatus, or by a schedule/slots if they are configured for the location.

      Shortactive | suspended | inactive
      Control0..1
      BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from LocationStatus
      (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/location-status|4.0.1)

      Indicates whether the location is still in use.

      Typecode
      Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid
      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()))
      22. Location.operationalStatus
      Definition

      The operational status covers operation values most relevant to beds (but can also apply to rooms/units/chairs/etc. such as an isolation unit/dialysis chair). This typically covers concepts such as contamination, housekeeping, and other activities like maintenance.

      ShortThe operational status of the location (typically only for a bed/room)
      Control0..1
      BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from hl7VS-bedStatus
      (preferred to http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v2-0116)

      The operational status if the location (where typically a bed/room).

      TypeCoding
      Is Modifierfalse
      Summarytrue
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      24. Location.name
      Definition

      Name of the location as used by humans. Does not need to be unique.

      ShortName of the location as used by humans
      Comments

      If the name of a location changes, consider putting the old name in the alias column so that it can still be located through searches.

      Control1..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()))
      26. Location.alias
      Definition

      A list of alternate names that the location is known as, or was known as, in the past.

      ShortA list of alternate names that the location is known as, or was known as, in the past
      Comments

      There are no dates associated with the alias/historic names, as this is not intended to track when names were used, but to assist in searching so that older names can still result in identifying the location.

      Control0..*
      Typestring
      Is Modifierfalse
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Summaryfalse
      Requirements

      Over time locations and organizations go through many changes and can be known by different names.

      For searching knowing previous names that the location was known by can be very useful.

      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      28. Location.description
      Definition

      Description of the Location, which helps in finding or referencing the place.

      ShortAdditional details about the location that could be displayed as further information to identify the location beyond its name
      Control0..1
      Typestring
      Is Modifierfalse
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Summarytrue
      Requirements

      Humans need additional information to verify a correct location has been identified.

      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      30. Location.mode
      Definition

      Indicates whether a resource instance represents a specific location or a class of locations.

      Shortinstance | kind
      Comments

      This is labeled as a modifier because whether or not the location is a class of locations changes how it can be used and understood.

      Control0..1
      BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from LocationMode
      (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/location-mode|4.0.1)

      Indicates whether a resource instance represents a specific location or a class of locations.

      Typecode
      Is Modifierfalse
      Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
      Summarytrue
      Requirements

      When using a Location resource for scheduling or orders, we need to be able to refer to a class of Locations instead of a specific Location.

      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      32. Location.type
      Definition

      Indicates the type of function performed at the location.

      ShortType of function performed
      Control0..*
      BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from ServiceDeliveryLocationRoleType
      (extensible to http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v3-ServiceDeliveryLocationRoleType)

      Indicates the type of function performed at the location.

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

      The contact details of communication devices available at the location. This can include phone numbers, fax numbers, mobile numbers, email addresses and web sites.

      ShortContact details of the location
      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 Location.telecom. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
      • value @ system
      • 36. Location.telecom.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
        38. Location.telecom.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 Location.telecom.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
        • value @ url
        • 40. Location.telecom.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
          Control1..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
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          42. Location.telecom.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.

          Control1..1
          Typestring
          Is Modifierfalse
          Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
          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()))
          44. Location.telecom.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()))
          46. Location.telecom.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()))
          48. Location.telecom.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()))
          50. Location.telecom:email
          Slice Nameemail
          Definition

          Details for all kinds of technology mediated contact points for a person or organization, including telephone, email, etc.

          ShortCH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Email
          Control0..*
          This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
          TypeContactPoint(CH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Email)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Invariantscpt-2: A system is required if a value is provided. (value.empty() or system.exists())
          ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          52. Location.telecom:phone
          Slice Namephone
          Definition

          Details for all kinds of technology mediated contact points for a person or organization, including telephone, email, etc.

          ShortCH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Phone
          Control0..*
          This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
          TypeContactPoint(CH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Phone)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Invariantscpt-2: A system is required if a value is provided. (value.empty() or system.exists())
          ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          54. Location.telecom:internet
          Slice Nameinternet
          Definition

          Details for all kinds of technology mediated contact points for a person or organization, including telephone, email, etc.

          ShortCH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Internet
          Control0..*
          This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
          TypeContactPoint(CH Core ContactPoint eCH-0046 Internet)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Invariantscpt-2: A system is required if a value is provided. (value.empty() or system.exists())
          ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          56. Location.address
          Definition

          An address expressed using postal conventions (as opposed to GPS or other location definition formats). This data type may be used to convey addresses for use in delivering mail as well as for visiting locations which might not be valid for mail delivery. There are a variety of postal address formats defined around the world.

          ShortAn address expressed using postal conventions (as opposed to GPS or other location definition formats)
          Comments

          Note: address is intended to describe postal addresses for administrative purposes, not to describe absolute geographical coordinates. Postal addresses are often used as proxies for physical locations (also see the Location resource).

          Control0..1
          This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
          TypeAddress(CH Core Postal Address)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Requirements

          If locations can be visited, we need to keep track of their address.

          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          ch-addr-2: For a Swiss address, a canton abbreviation from the value set 'eCH-0007 Canton Abbreviation' must be used. (country.extension.where(url = 'http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/iso21090-SC-coding').empty() or (country.extension.where(url = 'http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/iso21090-SC-coding').value.code.startsWith('CH') = false) or (country.extension.where(url = 'http://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/iso21090-SC-coding').value.code.startsWith('CH').exists() and (state.empty() or state.memberOf('http://fhir.ch/ig/ch-core/ValueSet/ech-7-cantonabbreviation'))))
          58. Location.physicalType
          Definition

          Physical form of the location, e.g. building, room, vehicle, road.

          ShortPhysical form of the location
          Control0..1
          BindingFor example codes, see LocationType
          (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/location-physical-type)

          Physical form of the location.

          TypeCodeableConcept
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summarytrue
          Requirements

          For purposes of showing relevant locations in queries, we need to categorize locations.

          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          60. Location.position
          Definition

          The absolute geographic location of the Location, expressed using the WGS84 datum (This is the same co-ordinate system used in KML).

          ShortThe absolute geographic location
          Control0..1
          TypeBackboneElement
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Requirements

          For mobile applications and automated route-finding knowing the exact location of the Location is required.

          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          62. Location.position.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
          64. Location.position.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())
          66. Location.position.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())
          68. Location.position.longitude
          Definition

          Longitude. The value domain and the interpretation are the same as for the text of the longitude element in KML (see notes below).

          ShortLongitude with WGS84 datum
          Control1..1
          Typedecimal
          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()))
          70. Location.position.latitude
          Definition

          Latitude. The value domain and the interpretation are the same as for the text of the latitude element in KML (see notes below).

          ShortLatitude with WGS84 datum
          Control1..1
          Typedecimal
          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()))
          72. Location.position.altitude
          Definition

          Altitude. The value domain and the interpretation are the same as for the text of the altitude element in KML (see notes below).

          ShortAltitude with WGS84 datum
          Control0..1
          Typedecimal
          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()))
          74. Location.managingOrganization
          Definition

          The organization responsible for the provisioning and upkeep of the location.

          ShortOrganization responsible for provisioning and upkeep
          Comments

          This can also be used as the part of the organization hierarchy where this location provides services. These services can be defined through the HealthcareService resource.

          Control0..1
          TypeReference(CH Core Organization)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summarytrue
          Requirements

          Need to know who manages the location.

          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          76. Location.partOf
          Definition

          Another Location of which this Location is physically a part of.

          ShortAnother Location this one is physically a part of
          Control0..1
          TypeReference(Location)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Requirements

          For purposes of location, display and identification, knowing which locations are located within other locations is important.

          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          78. Location.hoursOfOperation
          Definition

          What days/times during a week is this location usually open.

          ShortWhat days/times during a week is this location usually open
          Comments

          This type of information is commonly found published in directories and on websites informing customers when the facility is available.

          Specific services within the location may have their own hours which could be shorter (or longer) than the locations hours.

          Control0..*
          TypeBackboneElement
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          80. Location.hoursOfOperation.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
          82. Location.hoursOfOperation.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())
          84. Location.hoursOfOperation.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())
          86. Location.hoursOfOperation.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()))
          88. Location.hoursOfOperation.allDay
          Definition

          The Location is open all day.

          ShortThe Location is open all day
          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()))
          90. Location.hoursOfOperation.openingTime
          Definition

          Time that the Location opens.

          ShortTime that the Location opens
          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()))
          92. Location.hoursOfOperation.closingTime
          Definition

          Time that the Location closes.

          ShortTime that the Location closes
          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()))
          94. Location.availabilityExceptions
          Definition

          A description of when the locations opening ours are different to normal, e.g. public holiday availability. Succinctly describing all possible exceptions to normal site availability as detailed in the opening hours 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()))
          96. Location.endpoint
          Definition

          Technical endpoints providing access to services operated for the location.

          ShortTechnical endpoints providing access to services operated for the location
          Control0..*
          TypeReference(Endpoint)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summaryfalse
          Requirements

          Organizations may have different systems at different locations that provide various services and need to be able to define the technical connection details for how to connect to them, and for what purpose.

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