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Resource Profile: CHEMEDMedicationRequestList - Detailed Descriptions

Active as of 2024-05-16

Definitions for the ch-emed-medicationrequest-list resource profile.

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

0. MedicationRequest
ShortCH EMED MedicationRequest (LIST)
2. MedicationRequest.extension:parentDocument
Slice NameparentDocument
ShortReference to the parent document
Control0..1
TypeExtension(CH EMED Extension Prescription) (Complex Extension)
4. MedicationRequest.extension:authorDocument
Slice NameauthorDocument
ShortAuthor of the original document if different from the author of the medical decision (MedicationRequest.requester), see also 'Guidance - Authorship'
Control0..1
TypeExtension(Author of the content) (Extension Type: Reference)

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

0. MedicationRequest
Definition

An order or request for both supply of the medication and the instructions for administration of the medication to a patient. The resource is called "MedicationRequest" rather than "MedicationPrescription" or "MedicationOrder" to generalize the use across inpatient and outpatient settings, including care plans, etc., and to harmonize with workflow patterns.

ShortCH EMED MedicationRequest (LIST)Ordering of medication for patient or group
Control0..*
Is Modifierfalse
Summaryfalse
Alternate NamesPrescription, Order
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())
ch-dosage-medreq: If one dosage element is present, it should not have a sequence number. If more than one dosage element is present, the base entry has the sequence number 1. ((dosageInstruction.count() > 1 implies dosageInstruction.where($this.conformsTo('http://fhir.ch/ig/ch-emed/StructureDefinition/ch-emed-dosage-medicationrequest') and sequence = 1).exists()) and (dosageInstruction.count() = 1 implies dosageInstruction.single().sequence.exists().not()))
2. MedicationRequest.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. MedicationRequest.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.

Control10..*
TypeResource
Is Modifierfalse
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesinline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources
6. MedicationRequest.extension:treatmentplan
Slice Nametreatmentplan
Definition

An Extension

ShortReference to the medication treatment plan
Control0..1
This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(CH EMED Extension Treatment Plan) (Complex Extension)
Is Modifierfalse
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())
8. MedicationRequest.extension:parentDocument
Slice NameparentDocument
Definition

An Extension

ShortReference to the parent document
Control0..1
TypeExtension(CH EMED Extension Prescription) (Complex Extension)
Is Modifierfalse
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())
10. MedicationRequest.extension:authorDocument
Slice NameauthorDocument
Definition

Optional Extension Element - found in all resources.

ShortAuthor of the original document if different from the author of the medical decision (MedicationRequest.requester), see also 'Guidance - Authorship'
Control0..1
TypeExtension(Author of the content) (Extension Type: Reference)
Is Modifierfalse
Summaryfalse
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
12. MedicationRequest.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())
14. MedicationRequest.identifier
Definition

Identifiers associated with this medication request 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.

ShortMedicationRequest IdentifierExternal ids for this request
Comments

This is a business identifier, not a resource identifier.

NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
Control10..1*
TypeIdentifier
Is Modifierfalse
Summaryfalse
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
16. MedicationRequest.identifier.use
Definition

The purpose of this identifier.

Shortusual | official | temp | secondary | old (If known)
Comments

Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary.

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

Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known .

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

Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers.

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

Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, a URL that describes a set values that are unique.

ShortThe namespace for the identifier value
Comments

Identifier.system is always case sensitive.

Control10..1
Typeuri
Is Modifierfalse
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summarytrue
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.

Fixed Valueurn:ietf:rfc:3986
Example<br/><b>General</b>:http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
20. MedicationRequest.identifier.value
Definition

The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system.

ShortIdentifier value as UUIDThe value that is unique
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 Rendered Value extension. 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.

Control10..1
Typestring
Is Modifierfalse
Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
Summarytrue
Example<br/><b>General</b>:123456 <br/><b>CH EMED</b>:urn:uuid:daa8cd41-34a1-4a9c-9a6d-cd3f850142e9
Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
22. MedicationRequest.status
Definition

A code specifying the current state of the order. Generally, this will be active or completed state.

Shortactive | on-hold | cancelled | completed | entered-in-error | stopped | draft | unknown
Comments

This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid.

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from medicationrequest Statushttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medicationrequest-status|4.0.1
(required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medicationrequest-status|4.0.1)

A coded concept specifying the state of the prescribing event. Describes the lifecycle of the prescription.

Typecode
Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because it is a status element that contains status entered-in-error which means that the resource should not be treated as 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()))
24. MedicationRequest.intent
Definition

Whether the request is a proposal, plan, or an original order.

Shortproposal | plan | order | original-order | reflex-order | filler-order | instance-order | option
Comments

It is expected that the type of requester will be restricted for different stages of a MedicationRequest. For example, Proposals can be created by a patient, relatedPerson, Practitioner or Device. Plans can be created by Practitioners, Patients, RelatedPersons and Devices. Original orders can be created by a Practitioner only.

An instance-order is an instantiation of a request or order and may be used to populate Medication Administration Record.

This element is labeled as a modifier because the intent alters when and how the resource is actually applicable.

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from medicationRequest Intenthttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medicationrequest-intent|4.0.1
(required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medicationrequest-intent|4.0.1)

The kind of medication order.

Typecode
Is Modifiertrue because This element changes the interpretation of all descriptive attributes. For example "the time the request is recommended to occur" vs. "the time the request is authorized to occur" or "who is recommended to perform the request" vs. "who is authorized to perform the request
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. MedicationRequest.doNotPerform
Definition

If true indicates that the provider is asking for the medication request not to occur.

ShortTrue if request is prohibiting action
Comments

If do not perform is not specified, the request is a positive request e.g. "do perform".

Control0..1
Typeboolean
Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because this element negates the request to occur (ie, this is a request for the medication not to be ordered or prescribed, etc)
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()))
28. MedicationRequest.medication[x]
Definition

Identifies the medication being requested. This is a link to a resource that represents the medication which may be the details of the medication or simply an attribute carrying a code that identifies the medication from a known list of medications.

ShortMedication to be taken
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 or if the medication is compounded or extemporaneously prepared, then you must reference the Medication resource.

Control1..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTMedicationCodeshttp://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medication-codes
(example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medication-codes)

A coded concept identifying substance or product that can be ordered.

TypeChoice of: CodeableConcept, Reference(CH Core Medication, Medication)
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Is Modifierfalse
Summarytrue
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 MedicationRequest.medication[x]. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • type @ $this
  • 30. MedicationRequest.medication[x]:medicationReference
    Slice NamemedicationReference
    Definition

    Identifies the medication being requested. This is a link to a resource that represents the medication which may be the details of the medication or simply an attribute carrying a code that identifies the medication from a known list of medications.

    ShortReference to the contained medicationMedication to be taken
    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 or if the medication is compounded or extemporaneously prepared, then you must reference the Medication resource.

    Control01..1
    TypeReference(CH EMED Medication, Medication)contained, CodeableConcept
    [x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
    Is Modifierfalse
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    32. MedicationRequest.subject
    Definition

    A link to a resource representing the person or set of individuals to whom the medication will be given.

    ShortPatientWho or group medication request is for
    Comments

    The subject on a medication request is mandatory. For the secondary use case where the actual subject is not provided, there still must be an anonymized subject specified.

    Control1..1
    TypeReference(CH Core Patient, Patient, Group)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    34. MedicationRequest.subject.reference
    Definition

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

    ShortLiteral reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
    Comments

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

    Control10..1
    This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-1
    Typestring
    Is Modifierfalse
    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    36. MedicationRequest.authoredOn
    Definition

    The date (and perhaps time) when the prescription was initially written or authored on.

    ShortWhen request was initially authored
    Control10..1
    TypedateTime
    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()))
    38. MedicationRequest.requester
    Definition

    The individual, organization, or device that initiated the request and has responsibility for its activation.

    ShortThe author of the medical decision, see also 'Guidance - Authorship'Who/What requested the Request
    Control10..1
    TypeReference(CH EMED PractitionerRole, Practitioner, PractitionerRole, Organization, Patient, RelatedPerson, Device)
    Is Modifierfalse
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    40. MedicationRequest.requester.reference
    Definition

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

    ShortLiteral reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
    Comments

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

    Control10..1
    This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-1
    Typestring
    Is Modifierfalse
    Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
    Summarytrue
    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
    42. MedicationRequest.dosageInstruction
    Definition

    Indicates how the medication is/was taken or should be taken by the patient.


    Indicates how the medication is to be used by the patient.

    ShortHow the medication should be taken
    Comments

    There are examples where a medication request may include the option of an oral dose or an Intravenous or Intramuscular dose. For example, "Ondansetron 8mg orally or IV twice a day as needed for nausea" or "Compazine® (prochlorperazine) 5-10mg PO or 25mg PR bid prn nausea or vomiting". In these cases, two medication requests would be created that could be grouped together. The decision on which dose and route of administration to use is based on the patient's condition at the time the dose is needed.

    Control10..*
    TypeDosage(CH Core Dosage)
    Is Modifierfalse
    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 MedicationRequest.dosageInstruction. The slices areUnordered and Closed, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
    • profile @ $this
    • 44. MedicationRequest.dosageInstruction:baseEntry
      Slice NamebaseEntry
      Definition

      Indicates how the medication is/was taken or should be taken by the patient.


      Indicates how the medication is to be used by the patient.

      ShortBase entry of the dosage instructionHow the medication should be taken
      Comments

      There are examples where a medication request may include the option of an oral dose or an Intravenous or Intramuscular dose. For example, "Ondansetron 8mg orally or IV twice a day as needed for nausea" or "Compazine® (prochlorperazine) 5-10mg PO or 25mg PR bid prn nausea or vomiting". In these cases, two medication requests would be created that could be grouped together. The decision on which dose and route of administration to use is based on the patient's condition at the time the dose is needed.

      Control10..1*
      TypeDosage(CH EMED Dosage (MedicationRequest))
      Is Modifierfalse
      Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
      ch-dosage-4: For split dosage timing event and dose/rate are required (sequence.exists() implies (timing.repeat.when.exists() and doseAndRate.dose.exists()))
      ch-dosage-3: Patient instruction/free text dosage instruction, timing or as needed has to be specified (patientInstruction.exists() or timing.exists() or asNeeded.exists())
      46. MedicationRequest.dosageInstruction:additionalEntry
      Slice NameadditionalEntry
      Definition

      Indicates how the medication is/was taken or should be taken by the patient.


      Indicates how the medication is to be used by the patient.

      ShortAdditional entry of the dosage instructionHow the medication should be taken
      Comments

      There are examples where a medication request may include the option of an oral dose or an Intravenous or Intramuscular dose. For example, "Ondansetron 8mg orally or IV twice a day as needed for nausea" or "Compazine® (prochlorperazine) 5-10mg PO or 25mg PR bid prn nausea or vomiting". In these cases, two medication requests would be created that could be grouped together. The decision on which dose and route of administration to use is based on the patient's condition at the time the dose is needed.

      Control0..*
      TypeDosage(CH EMED Dosage Split)
      Is Modifierfalse
      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. MedicationRequest
      Definition

      An order or request for both supply of the medication and the instructions for administration of the medication to a patient. The resource is called "MedicationRequest" rather than "MedicationPrescription" or "MedicationOrder" to generalize the use across inpatient and outpatient settings, including care plans, etc., and to harmonize with workflow patterns.

      ShortCH EMED MedicationRequest (LIST)
      Control0..*
      Is Modifierfalse
      Summaryfalse
      Alternate NamesPrescription, Order
      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())
      ch-dosage-medreq: If one dosage element is present, it should not have a sequence number. If more than one dosage element is present, the base entry has the sequence number 1. ((dosageInstruction.count() > 1 implies dosageInstruction.where($this.conformsTo('http://fhir.ch/ig/ch-emed/StructureDefinition/ch-emed-dosage-medicationrequest') and sequence = 1).exists()) and (dosageInstruction.count() = 1 implies dosageInstruction.single().sequence.exists().not()))
      2. MedicationRequest.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. MedicationRequest.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. MedicationRequest.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. MedicationRequest.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. MedicationRequest.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. MedicationRequest.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.

      Control1..*
      TypeResource
      Is Modifierfalse
      Summaryfalse
      Alternate Namesinline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources
      14. MedicationRequest.extension
      Definition

      An Extension

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

        An Extension

        ShortReference to the medication treatment plan
        Control0..1
        This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
        TypeExtension(CH EMED Extension Treatment Plan) (Complex Extension)
        Is Modifierfalse
        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. MedicationRequest.extension:parentDocument
        Slice NameparentDocument
        Definition

        An Extension

        ShortReference to the parent document
        Control0..1
        TypeExtension(CH EMED Extension Prescription) (Complex Extension)
        Is Modifierfalse
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
        20. MedicationRequest.extension:authorDocument
        Slice NameauthorDocument
        Definition

        Optional Extension Element - found in all resources.

        ShortAuthor of the original document if different from the author of the medical decision (MedicationRequest.requester), see also 'Guidance - Authorship'
        Control0..1
        TypeExtension(Author of the content) (Extension Type: Reference)
        Is Modifierfalse
        Summaryfalse
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (extension.exists() != value.exists())
        22. MedicationRequest.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())
        24. MedicationRequest.identifier
        Definition

        Identifiers associated with this medication request 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.

        ShortMedicationRequest Identifier
        Comments

        This is a business identifier, not a resource identifier.

        NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
        Control1..1
        TypeIdentifier
        Is Modifierfalse
        Summaryfalse
        Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
        26. MedicationRequest.identifier.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
        28. MedicationRequest.identifier.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 MedicationRequest.identifier.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
        • value @ url
        • 30. MedicationRequest.identifier.use
          Definition

          The purpose of this identifier.

          Shortusual | official | temp | secondary | old (If known)
          Comments

          Applications can assume that an identifier is permanent unless it explicitly says that it is temporary.

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

          Identifies the purpose for this identifier, if known .

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

          Allows the appropriate identifier for a particular context of use to be selected from among a set of identifiers.

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

          A coded type for the identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

          ShortDescription of identifier
          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.

          Control0..1
          BindingUnless not suitable, these codes SHALL be taken from Identifier Type Codes
          (extensible to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/identifier-type)

          A coded type for an identifier that can be used to determine which identifier to use for a specific purpose.

          TypeCodeableConcept
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summarytrue
          Requirements

          Allows users to make use of identifiers when the identifier system is not known.

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

          Establishes the namespace for the value - that is, a URL that describes a set values that are unique.

          ShortThe namespace for the identifier value
          Comments

          Identifier.system is always case sensitive.

          Control1..1
          Typeuri
          Is Modifierfalse
          Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
          Summarytrue
          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.

          Fixed Valueurn:ietf:rfc:3986
          Example<br/><b>General</b>:http://www.acme.com/identifiers/patient
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          36. MedicationRequest.identifier.value
          Definition

          The portion of the identifier typically relevant to the user and which is unique within the context of the system.

          ShortIdentifier value as UUID
          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 Rendered Value extension. 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.

          Control1..1
          Typestring
          Is Modifierfalse
          Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
          Summarytrue
          Example<br/><b>General</b>:123456 <br/><b>CH EMED</b>:urn:uuid:daa8cd41-34a1-4a9c-9a6d-cd3f850142e9
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          38. MedicationRequest.identifier.period
          Definition

          Time period during which identifier is/was valid for use.

          ShortTime period when id is/was valid for use
          Control0..1
          TypePeriod
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summarytrue
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          40. MedicationRequest.identifier.assigner
          Definition

          Organization that issued/manages the identifier.

          ShortOrganization that issued id (may be just text)
          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.

          Control0..1
          TypeReference(Organization)
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summarytrue
          Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
          42. MedicationRequest.status
          Definition

          A code specifying the current state of the order. Generally, this will be active or completed state.

          Shortactive | on-hold | cancelled | completed | entered-in-error | stopped | draft | unknown
          Comments

          This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid.

          Control1..1
          BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from medicationrequest Status
          (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medicationrequest-status|4.0.1)

          A coded concept specifying the state of the prescribing event. Describes the lifecycle of the prescription.

          Typecode
          Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because it is a status element that contains status entered-in-error which means that the resource should not be treated as 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()))
          44. MedicationRequest.statusReason
          Definition

          Captures the reason for the current state of the MedicationRequest.

          ShortReason for current status
          Comments

          This is generally only used for "exception" statuses such as "suspended" or "cancelled". The reason why the MedicationRequest was created at all is captured in reasonCode, not here.

          Control0..1
          BindingFor example codes, see medicationRequest Status Reason Codes
          (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medicationrequest-status-reason)

          Identifies the reasons for a given status.

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

          Whether the request is a proposal, plan, or an original order.

          Shortproposal | plan | order | original-order | reflex-order | filler-order | instance-order | option
          Comments

          It is expected that the type of requester will be restricted for different stages of a MedicationRequest. For example, Proposals can be created by a patient, relatedPerson, Practitioner or Device. Plans can be created by Practitioners, Patients, RelatedPersons and Devices. Original orders can be created by a Practitioner only.

          An instance-order is an instantiation of a request or order and may be used to populate Medication Administration Record.

          This element is labeled as a modifier because the intent alters when and how the resource is actually applicable.

          Control1..1
          BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from medicationRequest Intent
          (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medicationrequest-intent|4.0.1)

          The kind of medication order.

          Typecode
          Is Modifiertrue because This element changes the interpretation of all descriptive attributes. For example "the time the request is recommended to occur" vs. "the time the request is authorized to occur" or "who is recommended to perform the request" vs. "who is authorized to perform the request
          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. MedicationRequest.category
          Definition

          Indicates the type of medication request (for example, where the medication is expected to be consumed or administered (i.e. inpatient or outpatient)).

          ShortType of medication usage
          Comments

          The category can be used to include where the medication is expected to be consumed or other types of requests.

          Control0..*
          BindingFor example codes, see medicationRequest Category Codes
          (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medicationrequest-category)

          A coded concept identifying the category of medication request. For example, where the medication is to be consumed or administered, or the type of medication treatment.

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

          Indicates how quickly the Medication Request should be addressed with respect to other requests.

          Shortroutine | urgent | asap | stat
          Control0..1
          BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from RequestPriority
          (required to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/request-priority|4.0.1)

          Identifies the level of importance to be assigned to actioning the request.

          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()))
          52. MedicationRequest.doNotPerform
          Definition

          If true indicates that the provider is asking for the medication request not to occur.

          ShortTrue if request is prohibiting action
          Comments

          If do not perform is not specified, the request is a positive request e.g. "do perform".

          Control0..1
          Typeboolean
          Is Modifiertrue because This element is labeled as a modifier because this element negates the request to occur (ie, this is a request for the medication not to be ordered or prescribed, etc)
          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()))
          54. MedicationRequest.reported[x]
          Definition

          Indicates if this record was captured as a secondary 'reported' record rather than as an original primary source-of-truth record. It may also indicate the source of the report.

          ShortReported rather than primary record
          Control0..1
          TypeChoice of: boolean, Reference(Patient, Practitioner, PractitionerRole, RelatedPerson, Organization)
          [x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
          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()))
          56. MedicationRequest.medication[x]
          Definition

          Identifies the medication being requested. This is a link to a resource that represents the medication which may be the details of the medication or simply an attribute carrying a code that identifies the medication from a known list of medications.

          ShortMedication to be taken
          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 or if the medication is compounded or extemporaneously prepared, then you must reference the Medication resource.

          Control1..1
          BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTMedicationCodes
          (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medication-codes)

          A coded concept identifying substance or product that can be ordered.

          TypeChoice of: CodeableConcept, Reference(CH Core Medication)
          [x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
          Is Modifierfalse
          Summarytrue
          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 MedicationRequest.medication[x]. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
          • type @ $this
          • 58. MedicationRequest.medication[x]:medicationReference
            Slice NamemedicationReference
            Definition

            Identifies the medication being requested. This is a link to a resource that represents the medication which may be the details of the medication or simply an attribute carrying a code that identifies the medication from a known list of medications.

            ShortReference to the contained medication
            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 or if the medication is compounded or extemporaneously prepared, then you must reference the Medication resource.

            Control0..1
            TypeReference(CH EMED Medication)contained
            [x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summarytrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            60. MedicationRequest.subject
            Definition

            A link to a resource representing the person or set of individuals to whom the medication will be given.

            ShortPatient
            Comments

            The subject on a medication request is mandatory. For the secondary use case where the actual subject is not provided, there still must be an anonymized subject specified.

            Control1..1
            TypeReference(CH Core Patient)
            Is Modifierfalse
            Summarytrue
            Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
            62. MedicationRequest.subject.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. MedicationRequest.subject.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 MedicationRequest.subject.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
            • value @ url
            • 66. MedicationRequest.subject.reference
              Definition

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

              ShortLiteral reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
              Comments

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

              Control1..1
              This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-1
              Typestring
              Is Modifierfalse
              Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
              Summarytrue
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              68. MedicationRequest.subject.type
              Definition

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

              ShortLogical reference, when literal reference is not known
              Comments

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

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

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

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

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

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

              ShortText alternative for the resource
              Comments

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

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

              The Encounter during which this [x] was created or to which the creation of this record is tightly associated.

              ShortEncounter created as part of encounter/admission/stay
              Comments

              This will typically be the encounter the event occurred within, but some activities may be initiated prior to or after the official completion of an encounter but still be tied to the context of the encounter." If there is a need to link to episodes of care they will be handled with an extension.

              Control0..1
              TypeReference(Encounter)
              Is Modifierfalse
              Summaryfalse
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              76. MedicationRequest.supportingInformation
              Definition

              Include additional information (for example, patient height and weight) that supports the ordering of the medication.

              ShortInformation to support ordering of the medication
              Control0..*
              TypeReference(Resource)
              Is Modifierfalse
              Summaryfalse
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              78. MedicationRequest.authoredOn
              Definition

              The date (and perhaps time) when the prescription was initially written or authored on.

              ShortWhen request was initially authored
              Control1..1
              TypedateTime
              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()))
              80. MedicationRequest.requester
              Definition

              The individual, organization, or device that initiated the request and has responsibility for its activation.

              ShortThe author of the medical decision, see also 'Guidance - Authorship'
              Control1..1
              TypeReference(CH EMED PractitionerRole)
              Is Modifierfalse
              Summarytrue
              Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
              82. MedicationRequest.requester.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
              84. MedicationRequest.requester.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 MedicationRequest.requester.extension. The slices areUnordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
              • value @ url
              • 86. MedicationRequest.requester.reference
                Definition

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

                ShortLiteral reference, Relative, internal or absolute URL
                Comments

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

                Control1..1
                This element is affected by the following invariants: ref-1
                Typestring
                Is Modifierfalse
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                88. MedicationRequest.requester.type
                Definition

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

                ShortLogical reference, when literal reference is not known
                Comments

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

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

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

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

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

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

                ShortText alternative for the resource
                Comments

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

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

                The specified desired performer of the medication treatment (e.g. the performer of the medication administration).

                ShortIntended performer of administration
                Control0..1
                TypeReference(Practitioner, PractitionerRole, Organization, Patient, Device, RelatedPerson, CareTeam)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                96. MedicationRequest.performerType
                Definition

                Indicates the type of performer of the administration of the medication.

                ShortDesired kind of performer of the medication administration
                Comments

                If specified without indicating a performer, this indicates that the performer must be of the specified type. If specified with a performer then it indicates the requirements of the performer if the designated performer is not available.

                Control0..1
                BindingFor example codes, see ProcedurePerformerRoleCodes
                (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/performer-role)

                Identifies the type of individual that is desired to administer the medication.

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

                The person who entered the order on behalf of another individual for example in the case of a verbal or a telephone order.

                ShortPerson who entered the request
                Control0..1
                TypeReference(Practitioner, PractitionerRole)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                100. MedicationRequest.reasonCode
                Definition

                The reason or the indication for ordering or not ordering the medication.

                ShortTreatment reason
                Comments

                This could be a diagnosis code. If a full condition record exists or additional detail is needed, use reasonReference.

                Control0..*
                BindingFor example codes, see Condition/Problem/DiagnosisCodes
                (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/condition-code)

                A coded concept indicating why the medication was ordered.

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

                Condition or observation that supports why the medication was ordered.

                ShortCondition or observation that supports why the prescription is being written
                Comments

                This is a reference to a condition or observation that is the reason for the medication order. If only a code exists, use reasonCode.

                Control0..*
                TypeReference(Condition, Observation)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                104. MedicationRequest.instantiatesCanonical
                Definition

                The URL pointing to a protocol, guideline, orderset, or other definition that is adhered to in whole or in part by this MedicationRequest.

                ShortInstantiates FHIR protocol or definition
                Control0..*
                Typecanonical
                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()))
                106. MedicationRequest.instantiatesUri
                Definition

                The URL pointing to an externally maintained protocol, guideline, orderset or other definition that is adhered to in whole or in part by this MedicationRequest.

                ShortInstantiates external protocol or definition
                Control0..*
                Typeuri
                Is Modifierfalse
                Primitive ValueThis primitive element may be present, or absent, or replaced by an extension
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                108. MedicationRequest.basedOn
                Definition

                A plan or request that is fulfilled in whole or in part by this medication request.

                ShortWhat request fulfills
                Control0..*
                TypeReference(CarePlan, MedicationRequest, ServiceRequest, ImmunizationRecommendation)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summarytrue
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                110. MedicationRequest.groupIdentifier
                Definition

                A shared identifier common to all requests that were authorized more or less simultaneously by a single author, representing the identifier of the requisition or prescription.

                ShortComposite request this is part of
                Control0..1
                TypeIdentifier
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summarytrue
                Requirements

                Requests are linked either by a "basedOn" relationship (i.e. one request is fulfilling another) or by having a common requisition. Requests that are part of the same requisition are generally treated independently from the perspective of changing their state or maintaining them after initial creation.

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

                The description of the overall patte3rn of the administration of the medication to the patient.

                ShortOverall pattern of medication administration
                Comments

                This attribute should not be confused with the protocol of the medication.

                Control0..1
                BindingFor example codes, see medicationRequest Course of Therapy Codes
                (example to http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/medicationrequest-course-of-therapy)

                Identifies the overall pattern of medication administratio.

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

                Insurance plans, coverage extensions, pre-authorizations and/or pre-determinations that may be required for delivering the requested service.

                ShortAssociated insurance coverage
                Control0..*
                TypeReference(Coverage, ClaimResponse)
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                116. MedicationRequest.note
                Definition

                Extra information about the prescription that could not be conveyed by the other attributes.

                ShortInformation about the prescription
                Control0..*
                TypeAnnotation
                Is Modifierfalse
                Summaryfalse
                Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                118. MedicationRequest.dosageInstruction
                Definition

                Indicates how the medication is/was taken or should be taken by the patient.

                ShortHow the medication should be taken
                Comments

                There are examples where a medication request may include the option of an oral dose or an Intravenous or Intramuscular dose. For example, "Ondansetron 8mg orally or IV twice a day as needed for nausea" or "Compazine® (prochlorperazine) 5-10mg PO or 25mg PR bid prn nausea or vomiting". In these cases, two medication requests would be created that could be grouped together. The decision on which dose and route of administration to use is based on the patient's condition at the time the dose is needed.

                Control1..*
                TypeDosage(CH Core Dosage)
                Is Modifierfalse
                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 MedicationRequest.dosageInstruction. The slices areUnordered and Closed, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                • profile @ $this
                • 120. MedicationRequest.dosageInstruction:baseEntry
                  Slice NamebaseEntry
                  Definition

                  Indicates how the medication is/was taken or should be taken by the patient.

                  ShortBase entry of the dosage instruction
                  Comments

                  There are examples where a medication request may include the option of an oral dose or an Intravenous or Intramuscular dose. For example, "Ondansetron 8mg orally or IV twice a day as needed for nausea" or "Compazine® (prochlorperazine) 5-10mg PO or 25mg PR bid prn nausea or vomiting". In these cases, two medication requests would be created that could be grouped together. The decision on which dose and route of administration to use is based on the patient's condition at the time the dose is needed.

                  Control1..1
                  TypeDosage(CH EMED Dosage (MedicationRequest))
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  ch-dosage-4: For split dosage timing event and dose/rate are required (sequence.exists() implies (timing.repeat.when.exists() and doseAndRate.dose.exists()))
                  ch-dosage-3: Patient instruction/free text dosage instruction, timing or as needed has to be specified (patientInstruction.exists() or timing.exists() or asNeeded.exists())
                  122. MedicationRequest.dosageInstruction:additionalEntry
                  Slice NameadditionalEntry
                  Definition

                  Indicates how the medication is/was taken or should be taken by the patient.

                  ShortAdditional entry of the dosage instruction
                  Comments

                  There are examples where a medication request may include the option of an oral dose or an Intravenous or Intramuscular dose. For example, "Ondansetron 8mg orally or IV twice a day as needed for nausea" or "Compazine® (prochlorperazine) 5-10mg PO or 25mg PR bid prn nausea or vomiting". In these cases, two medication requests would be created that could be grouped together. The decision on which dose and route of administration to use is based on the patient's condition at the time the dose is needed.

                  Control0..*
                  TypeDosage(CH EMED Dosage Split)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  124. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest
                  Definition

                  Indicates the specific details for the dispense or medication supply part of a medication request (also known as a Medication Prescription or Medication Order). Note that this information is not always sent with the order. There may be in some settings (e.g. hospitals) institutional or system support for completing the dispense details in the pharmacy department.

                  ShortMedication supply authorization
                  Control0..1
                  TypeBackboneElement
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  126. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.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
                  128. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.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())
                  130. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.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())
                  132. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.initialFill
                  Definition

                  Indicates the quantity or duration for the first dispense of the medication.

                  ShortFirst fill details
                  Comments

                  If populating this element, either the quantity or the duration must be included.

                  Control0..1
                  TypeBackboneElement
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  134. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.initialFill.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
                  136. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.initialFill.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())
                  138. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.initialFill.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())
                  140. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.initialFill.quantity
                  Definition

                  The amount or quantity to provide as part of the first dispense.

                  ShortFirst fill quantity
                  Control0..1
                  TypeQuantity(SimpleQuantity)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  142. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.initialFill.duration
                  Definition

                  The length of time that the first dispense is expected to last.

                  ShortFirst fill duration
                  Control0..1
                  TypeDuration
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  144. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.dispenseInterval
                  Definition

                  The minimum period of time that must occur between dispenses of the medication.

                  ShortMinimum period of time between dispenses
                  Control0..1
                  TypeDuration
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  146. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.validityPeriod
                  Definition

                  This indicates the validity period of a prescription (stale dating the Prescription).

                  ShortPeriod of validity of the prescription
                  Comments

                  It reflects the prescribers' perspective for the validity of the prescription. Dispenses must not be made against the prescription outside of this period. The lower-bound of the Dispensing Window signifies the earliest date that the prescription can be filled for the first time. If an upper-bound is not specified then the Prescription is open-ended or will default to a stale-date based on regulations.

                  Control0..1
                  TypePeriod
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Requirements

                  Indicates when the Prescription becomes valid, and when it ceases to be a dispensable Prescription.

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

                  An integer indicating the number of times, in addition to the original dispense, (aka refills or repeats) that the patient can receive the prescribed medication. Usage Notes: This integer does not include the original order dispense. This means that if an order indicates dispense 30 tablets plus "3 repeats", then the order can be dispensed a total of 4 times and the patient can receive a total of 120 tablets. A prescriber may explicitly say that zero refills are permitted after the initial dispense.

                  ShortRepeated supply per medication (without initial dispense)
                  Comments

                  If displaying "number of authorized fills", add 1 to this number.

                  Control0..1
                  TypeunsignedInt
                  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()))
                  150. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.quantity
                  Definition

                  The amount that is to be dispensed for one fill.

                  ShortNumber of packages
                  Control0..1
                  TypeQuantity(SimpleQuantity)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  152. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.expectedSupplyDuration
                  Definition

                  Identifies the period time over which the supplied product is expected to be used, or the length of time the dispense is expected to last.

                  ShortNumber of days supply per dispense
                  Comments

                  In some situations, this attribute may be used instead of quantity to identify the amount supplied by how long it is expected to last, rather than the physical quantity issued, e.g. 90 days supply of medication (based on an ordered dosage). When possible, it is always better to specify quantity, as this tends to be more precise. expectedSupplyDuration will always be an estimate that can be influenced by external factors.

                  Control0..1
                  TypeDuration
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  154. MedicationRequest.dispenseRequest.performer
                  Definition

                  Indicates the intended dispensing Organization specified by the prescriber.

                  ShortIntended dispenser
                  Control0..1
                  TypeReference(Organization)
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  156. MedicationRequest.substitution
                  Definition

                  Indicates whether or not substitution can or should be part of the dispense. In some cases, substitution must happen, in other cases substitution must not happen. This block explains the prescriber's intent. If nothing is specified substitution may be done.

                  ShortAny restrictions on medication substitution
                  Control0..1
                  TypeBackboneElement
                  Is Modifierfalse
                  Summaryfalse
                  Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                  158. MedicationRequest.substitution.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
                  160. MedicationRequest.substitution.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())
                  162. MedicationRequest.substitution.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())
                  164. MedicationRequest.substitution.allowed[x]
                  Definition

                  True if the prescriber allows a different drug to be dispensed from what was prescribed.

                  ShortWhether substitution is allowed or not
                  Comments

                  This element is labeled as a modifier because whether substitution is allow or not, it cannot be ignored.

                  Control1..1
                  BindingFor example codes, see ActSubstanceAdminSubstitutionCode
                  (example to http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v3-ActSubstanceAdminSubstitutionCode)

                  Identifies the type of substitution allowed.

                  TypeCodeableConcept
                  [x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
                  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 MedicationRequest.substitution.allowed[x]. The slices areUnordered and Closed, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
                  • type @ $this
                  • 166. MedicationRequest.substitution.allowed[x]:allowedCodeableConcept
                    Slice NameallowedCodeableConcept
                    Definition

                    True if the prescriber allows a different drug to be dispensed from what was prescribed.

                    ShortWhether substitution is allowed or not
                    Comments

                    This element is labeled as a modifier because whether substitution is allow or not, it cannot be ignored.

                    Control0..1
                    BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from ActSubstanceAdminSubstitutionCode
                    (preferred to http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v3-ActSubstanceAdminSubstitutionCode)
                    TypeCodeableConcept
                    [x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    Summaryfalse
                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                    168. MedicationRequest.substitution.reason
                    Definition

                    Indicates the reason for the substitution, or why substitution must or must not be performed.

                    ShortWhy should (not) substitution be made
                    Control0..1
                    BindingFor example codes, see SubstanceAdminSubstitutionReason
                    (example to http://terminology.hl7.org/ValueSet/v3-SubstanceAdminSubstitutionReason)

                    A coded concept describing the reason that a different medication should (or should not) be substituted from what was prescribed.

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

                    A link to a resource representing an earlier order related order or prescription.

                    ShortAn order/prescription that is being replaced
                    Control0..1
                    TypeReference(MedicationRequest)
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    Summaryfalse
                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                    172. MedicationRequest.detectedIssue
                    Definition

                    Indicates an actual or potential clinical issue with or between one or more active or proposed clinical actions for a patient; e.g. Drug-drug interaction, duplicate therapy, dosage alert etc.

                    ShortClinical Issue with action
                    Comments

                    This element can include a detected issue that has been identified either by a decision support system or by a clinician and may include information on the steps that were taken to address the issue.

                    Control0..*
                    TypeReference(DetectedIssue)
                    Is Modifierfalse
                    Summaryfalse
                    Alternate NamesContraindication, Drug Utilization Review (DUR), Alert
                    Invariantsele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
                    174. MedicationRequest.eventHistory
                    Definition

                    Links to Provenance records for past versions of this resource or fulfilling request or event resources that identify key state transitions or updates that are likely to be relevant to a user looking at the current version of the resource.

                    ShortA list of events of interest in the lifecycle
                    Comments

                    This might not include provenances for all versions of the request – only those deemed “relevant” or important. This SHALL NOT include the provenance associated with this current version of the resource. (If that provenance is deemed to be a “relevant” change, it will need to be added as part of a later update. Until then, it can be queried directly as the provenance that points to this version using _revinclude All Provenances should have some historical version of this Request as their subject.).

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