eHealth Infrastructure
2.7.0 - Release 14

eHealth Infrastructure - Local Development build (v2.7.0). See the Directory of published versions

Resource Profile: ehealth-plandefinition - Detailed Descriptions

Active as of 2023-03-20

Definitions for the ehealth-plandefinition resource profile.

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

1. PlanDefinition
2. PlanDefinition.extension
Control10..*
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on PlanDefinition.extension. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
3. PlanDefinition.extension:recommendation
SliceNamerecommendation
Control0..1
TypeExtension(ehealth-recommendation) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
4. PlanDefinition.extension:intendedAudience
SliceNameintendedAudience
Control0..*
TypeExtension(ehealth-intendedAudience) (Extension Type: Reference(ehealth-organization) : {r})
5. PlanDefinition.extension:modifierRole
SliceNamemodifierRole
Control1..*
TypeExtension(ehealth-modifier-role) (Complex Extension)
6. PlanDefinition.extension:employeeTitle
SliceNameemployeeTitle
Control0..1
TypeExtension(ehealth-employee-title) (Extension Type: string)
7. PlanDefinition.extension:predecessor
SliceNamepredecessor
Control0..1
TypeExtension(ehealth-predecessor) (Extension Type: Identifier)
8. PlanDefinition.extension:base
SliceNamebase
Control0..1
TypeExtension(ehealth-base) (Extension Type: Identifier)
9. PlanDefinition.extension:baseEnvironment
SliceNamebaseEnvironment
Control0..1
TypeExtension(ehealth-base-environment) (Extension Type: Identifier)
10. PlanDefinition.version
NoteThis is a business versionId, not a resource version id (see discussion)
Control10..1
11. PlanDefinition.jurisdiction
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from JurisdictionThe codes SHALL be taken from Jurisdiction ValueSet; other codes may be used where these codes are not suitable
12. PlanDefinition.topic
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Topic TypeFor example codes, see DefinitionTopic
13. PlanDefinition.library
Typecanonical(ehealth-library|Library)
14. PlanDefinition.action
Control0..?
15. PlanDefinition.action.extension
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on PlanDefinition.action.extension. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
16. PlanDefinition.action.extension:overviewUsageMode
SliceNameoverviewUsageMode
Control0..*
TypeExtension(ehealth-overviewUsageMode) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
17. PlanDefinition.action.extension:ehealth-actionTrigger
SliceNameehealth-actionTrigger
Control0..1
TypeExtension(ehealth-actionTrigger) (Complex Extension)
18. PlanDefinition.action.definition[x]
TypeChoice of: (ehealth-activitydefinition|ehealth-plandefinition|ActivityDefinition|PlanDefinition|Questionnaire), uri
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]

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

1. PlanDefinition
Definition

This resource allows for the definition of various types of plans as a sharable, consumable, and executable artifact. The resource is general enough to support the description of a broad range of clinical artifacts such as clinical decision support rules, order sets and protocols.

Control0..*
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
dom-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())
pdf-0: Name should be usable as an identifier for the module by machine processing applications such as code generation (: name.matches('[A-Z]([A-Za-z0-9_]){0,254}'))
2. PlanDefinition.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.

Control0..1
Typeuri
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
3. PlanDefinition.extension
Definition

An Extension

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

Control10..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on PlanDefinition.extension. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
4. PlanDefinition.extension:recommendation
SliceNamerecommendation
Definition

Recommendation state of the plan definition

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-recommendation) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
5. PlanDefinition.extension:intendedAudience
SliceNameintendedAudience
Definition

Specifies that the resource is only intended for use in the specified organisations. Leave blank if the resource is intended for global use.

Control0..* This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-intendedAudience) (Extension Type: Reference(ehealth-organization) : {r})
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
6. PlanDefinition.extension:modifierRole
SliceNamemodifierRole
Definition

This is a modifier role that can hold a role and a reference to the item who has the role. Ex. owner + a reference to the owner organization.

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

Control10..* This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-modifier-role) (Complex Extension)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: (: )
ext-1: (: )
7. PlanDefinition.extension:employeeTitle
SliceNameemployeeTitle
Definition

Title for employed clinicians

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-employee-title) (Extension Type: string)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
8. PlanDefinition.extension:predecessor
SliceNamepredecessor
Definition

Version Predecessor

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-predecessor) (Extension Type: Identifier)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
9. PlanDefinition.extension:base
SliceNamebase
Definition

Version Base

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-base) (Extension Type: Identifier)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
10. PlanDefinition.extension:baseEnvironment
SliceNamebaseEnvironment
Definition

Base environment

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-base-environment) (Extension Type: Identifier)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
11. PlanDefinition.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).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
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
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
12. PlanDefinition.version
Definition

The identifier that is used to identify this version of the plan definition when it is referenced in a specification, model, design or instance. This is an arbitrary value managed by the plan definition author and is not expected to be globally unique. For example, it might be a timestamp (e.g. yyyymmdd) if a managed version is not available. There is also no expectation that versions can be placed in a lexicographical sequence. To provide a version consistent with the Decision Support Service specification, use the format Major.Minor.Revision (e.g. 1.0.0). For more information on versioning knowledge assets, refer to the Decision Support Service specification. Note that a version is required for non-experimental active artifacts.

NoteThis is a business versionId, not a resource version id (see discussion)
Control10..1
Typestring
Summarytrue
Comments

There may be different plan definition instances that have the same identifier but different versions. The version can be appended to the url in a reference to allow a reference to a particular business version of the plan definition with the format [url]|[version].

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
13. PlanDefinition.status
Definition

The status of this plan definition. Enables tracking the life-cycle of the content.

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from PublicationStatus

The lifecycle status of an artifact.

Typecode
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
Comments

Allows filtering of plan definitions that are appropriate for use versus not.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
14. PlanDefinition.jurisdiction
Definition

A legal or geographic region in which the plan definition is intended to be used.

Control0..*
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from JurisdictionThe codes SHALL be taken from Jurisdiction ValueSet; other codes may be used where these codes are not suitable
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
Comments

It may be possible for the plan definition to be used in jurisdictions other than those for which it was originally designed or intended.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
15. PlanDefinition.topic
Definition

Descriptive topics related to the content of the plan definition. Topics provide a high-level categorization of the definition that can be useful for filtering and searching.

Control0..*
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Topic TypeFor example codes, see DefinitionTopic
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
Requirements

Repositories must be able to determine how to categorize the plan definition so that it can be found by topical searches.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
16. PlanDefinition.library
Definition

A reference to a Library resource containing any formal logic used by the plan definition.

Control0..*
Typecanonical(ehealth-library|Library)
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-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.

1. PlanDefinition
Definition

This resource allows for the definition of various types of plans as a sharable, consumable, and executable artifact. The resource is general enough to support the description of a broad range of clinical artifacts such as clinical decision support rules, order sets and protocols.

Control0..*
Summaryfalse
2. PlanDefinition.id
Definition

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

Control0..1
Typeid
Summarytrue
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.

3. PlanDefinition.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.

Control0..1
TypeMeta
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
4. PlanDefinition.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.

Control0..1
Typeuri
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
5. PlanDefinition.language
Definition

The base language in which the resource is written.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from CommonLanguages A human language
Additional BindingsPurpose
AllLanguagesMax Binding
Typecode
Summaryfalse
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).

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
6. PlanDefinition.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.

Control0..1
TypeNarrative
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesnarrative, html, xhtml, display
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
7. PlanDefinition.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.

Control0..*
TypeResource
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesinline resources, anonymous resources, contained 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.

8. PlanDefinition.extension
Definition

An Extension

Control1..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on PlanDefinition.extension. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
9. PlanDefinition.extension:recommendation
SliceNamerecommendation
Definition

Recommendation state of the plan definition

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-recommendation) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
10. PlanDefinition.extension:intendedAudience
SliceNameintendedAudience
Definition

Specifies that the resource is only intended for use in the specified organisations. Leave blank if the resource is intended for global use.

Control0..* This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-intendedAudience) (Extension Type: Reference(ehealth-organization) : {r})
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
11. PlanDefinition.extension:modifierRole
SliceNamemodifierRole
Definition

This is a modifier role that can hold a role and a reference to the item who has the role. Ex. owner + a reference to the owner organization.

Control1..* This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-modifier-role) (Complex Extension)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
12. PlanDefinition.extension:employeeTitle
SliceNameemployeeTitle
Definition

Title for employed clinicians

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-employee-title) (Extension Type: string)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
13. PlanDefinition.extension:predecessor
SliceNamepredecessor
Definition

Version Predecessor

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-predecessor) (Extension Type: Identifier)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
14. PlanDefinition.extension:base
SliceNamebase
Definition

Version Base

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-base) (Extension Type: Identifier)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
15. PlanDefinition.extension:baseEnvironment
SliceNamebaseEnvironment
Definition

Base environment

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-base-environment) (Extension Type: Identifier)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
16. PlanDefinition.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).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
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
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
17. PlanDefinition.url
Definition

An absolute URI that is used to identify this plan definition when it is referenced in a specification, model, design or an instance; also called its canonical identifier. This SHOULD be globally unique and SHOULD be a literal address at which at which an authoritative instance of this plan definition is (or will be) published. This URL can be the target of a canonical reference. It SHALL remain the same when the plan definition is stored on different servers.

Control0..1
Typeuri
Summarytrue
Requirements

Allows the plan definition to be referenced by a single globally unique identifier.

Comments

Can be a urn:uuid: or a urn:oid: but real http: addresses are preferred. Multiple instances may share the same URL if they have a distinct version.

The determination of when to create a new version of a resource (same url, new version) vs. defining a new artifact is up to the author. Considerations for making this decision are found in Technical and Business Versions.

In some cases, the resource can no longer be found at the stated url, but the url itself cannot change. Implementations can use the meta.source element to indicate where the current master source of the resource can be found.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
18. PlanDefinition.identifier
Definition

A formal identifier that is used to identify this plan definition when it is represented in other formats, or referenced in a specification, model, design or an instance.

NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
Control0..*
TypeIdentifier
Summarytrue
Requirements

Allows externally provided and/or usable business identifiers to be easily associated with the module.

Comments

Typically, this is used for identifiers that can go in an HL7 V3 II (instance identifier) data type, and can then identify this plan definition outside of FHIR, where it is not possible to use the logical URI.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
19. PlanDefinition.version
Definition

The identifier that is used to identify this version of the plan definition when it is referenced in a specification, model, design or instance. This is an arbitrary value managed by the plan definition author and is not expected to be globally unique. For example, it might be a timestamp (e.g. yyyymmdd) if a managed version is not available. There is also no expectation that versions can be placed in a lexicographical sequence. To provide a version consistent with the Decision Support Service specification, use the format Major.Minor.Revision (e.g. 1.0.0). For more information on versioning knowledge assets, refer to the Decision Support Service specification. Note that a version is required for non-experimental active artifacts.

NoteThis is a business versionId, not a resource version id (see discussion)
Control1..1
Typestring
Summarytrue
Comments

There may be different plan definition instances that have the same identifier but different versions. The version can be appended to the url in a reference to allow a reference to a particular business version of the plan definition with the format [url]|[version].

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
20. PlanDefinition.name
Definition

A natural language name identifying the plan definition. This name should be usable as an identifier for the module by machine processing applications such as code generation.

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: inv-0
Typestring
Summarytrue
Requirements

Support human navigation and code generation.

Comments

The name is not expected to be globally unique. The name should be a simple alphanumeric type name to ensure that it is machine-processing friendly.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
21. PlanDefinition.title
Definition

A short, descriptive, user-friendly title for the plan definition.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summarytrue
Comments

This name does not need to be machine-processing friendly and may contain punctuation, white-space, etc.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
22. PlanDefinition.subtitle
Definition

An explanatory or alternate title for the plan definition giving additional information about its content.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
23. PlanDefinition.type
Definition

A high-level category for the plan definition that distinguishes the kinds of systems that would be interested in the plan definition.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from PlanDefinitionType; other codes may be used where these codes are not suitable The type of PlanDefinition
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
24. PlanDefinition.status
Definition

The status of this plan definition. Enables tracking the life-cycle of the content.

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from PublicationStatus The lifecycle status of an artifact
Typecode
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
Comments

Allows filtering of plan definitions that are appropriate for use versus not.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
25. PlanDefinition.experimental
Definition

A Boolean value to indicate that this plan definition is authored for testing purposes (or education/evaluation/marketing) and is not intended to be used for genuine usage.

Control0..1
Typeboolean
Summarytrue
Requirements

Enables experimental content to be developed following the same lifecycle that would be used for a production-level plan definition.

Comments

Allows filtering of plan definitions that are appropriate for use versus not.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
26. PlanDefinition.subject[x]
Definition

A code or group definition that describes the intended subject of the plan definition.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from SubjectType; other codes may be used where these codes are not suitable The possible types of subjects for a plan definition (E.g. Patient, Practitioner, Organization, Location, etc.)
TypeChoice of: CodeableConcept, Reference(Group)
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summaryfalse
Meaning if MissingPatient
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
27. PlanDefinition.date
Definition

The date (and optionally time) when the plan definition was published. The date must change when the business version changes and it must change if the status code changes. In addition, it should change when the substantive content of the plan definition changes.

Control0..1
TypedateTime
Summarytrue
Alternate NamesRevision Date
Comments

Note that this is not the same as the resource last-modified-date, since the resource may be a secondary representation of the plan definition. Additional specific dates may be added as extensions or be found by consulting Provenances associated with past versions of the resource.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
28. PlanDefinition.publisher
Definition

The name of the organization or individual that published the plan definition.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summarytrue
Requirements

Helps establish the "authority/credibility" of the plan definition. May also allow for contact.

Comments

Usually an organization but may be an individual. The publisher (or steward) of the plan definition is the organization or individual primarily responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the plan definition. This is not necessarily the same individual or organization that developed and initially authored the content. The publisher is the primary point of contact for questions or issues with the plan definition. This item SHOULD be populated unless the information is available from context.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
29. PlanDefinition.contact
Definition

Contact details to assist a user in finding and communicating with the publisher.

Control0..*
TypeContactDetail
Summarytrue
Comments

May be a web site, an email address, a telephone number, etc.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
30. PlanDefinition.description
Definition

A free text natural language description of the plan definition from a consumer's perspective.

Control0..1
Typemarkdown
Summarytrue
Comments

This description can be used to capture details such as why the plan definition was built, comments about misuse, instructions for clinical use and interpretation, literature references, examples from the paper world, etc. It is not a rendering of the plan definition as conveyed in the 'text' field of the resource itself. This item SHOULD be populated unless the information is available from context (e.g. the language of the plan definition is presumed to be the predominant language in the place the plan definition was created).

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
31. PlanDefinition.useContext
Definition

The content was developed with a focus and intent of supporting the contexts that are listed. These contexts may be general categories (gender, age, ...) or may be references to specific programs (insurance plans, studies, ...) and may be used to assist with indexing and searching for appropriate plan definition instances.

Control0..*
TypeUsageContext
Summarytrue
Requirements

Assist in searching for appropriate content.

Comments

When multiple useContexts are specified, there is no expectation that all or any of the contexts apply.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
32. PlanDefinition.jurisdiction
Definition

A legal or geographic region in which the plan definition is intended to be used.

Control0..*
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Jurisdiction
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
Comments

It may be possible for the plan definition to be used in jurisdictions other than those for which it was originally designed or intended.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
33. PlanDefinition.purpose
Definition

Explanation of why this plan definition is needed and why it has been designed as it has.

Control0..1
Typemarkdown
Summaryfalse
Comments

This element does not describe the usage of the plan definition. Instead, it provides traceability of ''why'' the resource is either needed or ''why'' it is defined as it is. This may be used to point to source materials or specifications that drove the structure of this plan definition.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
34. PlanDefinition.usage
Definition

A detailed description of how the plan definition is used from a clinical perspective.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
35. PlanDefinition.copyright
Definition

A copyright statement relating to the plan definition and/or its contents. Copyright statements are generally legal restrictions on the use and publishing of the plan definition.

Control0..1
Typemarkdown
Summaryfalse
Requirements

Consumers must be able to determine any legal restrictions on the use of the plan definition and/or its content.

Alternate NamesLicense, Restrictions
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
36. PlanDefinition.approvalDate
Definition

The date on which the resource content was approved by the publisher. Approval happens once when the content is officially approved for usage.

Control0..1
Typedate
Summaryfalse
Comments

The 'date' element may be more recent than the approval date because of minor changes or editorial corrections.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
37. PlanDefinition.lastReviewDate
Definition

The date on which the resource content was last reviewed. Review happens periodically after approval but does not change the original approval date.

Control0..1
Typedate
Summaryfalse
Requirements

Gives a sense of how "current" the content is. Resources that have not been reviewed in a long time may have a risk of being less appropriate/relevant.

Comments

If specified, this date follows the original approval date.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
38. PlanDefinition.effectivePeriod
Definition

The period during which the plan definition content was or is planned to be in active use.

Control0..1
TypePeriod
Summarytrue
Requirements

Allows establishing a transition before a resource comes into effect and also allows for a sunsetting process when new versions of the plan definition are or are expected to be used instead.

Comments

The effective period for a plan definition determines when the content is applicable for usage and is independent of publication and review dates. For example, a measure intended to be used for the year 2016 might be published in 2015.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
39. PlanDefinition.topic
Definition

Descriptive topics related to the content of the plan definition. Topics provide a high-level categorization of the definition that can be useful for filtering and searching.

Control0..*
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Topic Type
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
Requirements

Repositories must be able to determine how to categorize the plan definition so that it can be found by topical searches.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
40. PlanDefinition.author
Definition

An individiual or organization primarily involved in the creation and maintenance of the content.

Control0..*
TypeContactDetail
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
41. PlanDefinition.editor
Definition

An individual or organization primarily responsible for internal coherence of the content.

Control0..*
TypeContactDetail
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
42. PlanDefinition.reviewer
Definition

An individual or organization primarily responsible for review of some aspect of the content.

Control0..*
TypeContactDetail
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
43. PlanDefinition.endorser
Definition

An individual or organization responsible for officially endorsing the content for use in some setting.

Control0..*
TypeContactDetail
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
44. PlanDefinition.relatedArtifact
Definition

Related artifacts such as additional documentation, justification, or bibliographic references.

Control0..*
TypeRelatedArtifact
Summaryfalse
Requirements

Plan definitions must be able to provide enough information for consumers of the content (and/or interventions or results produced by the content) to be able to determine and understand the justification for and evidence in support of the content.

Comments

Each related artifact is either an attachment, or a reference to another resource, but not both.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
45. PlanDefinition.library
Definition

A reference to a Library resource containing any formal logic used by the plan definition.

Control0..*
Typecanonical(ehealth-library)
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
46. PlanDefinition.goal
Definition

Goals that describe what the activities within the plan are intended to achieve. For example, weight loss, restoring an activity of daily living, obtaining herd immunity via immunization, meeting a process improvement objective, etc.

Control0..*
TypeBackboneElement
Summaryfalse
Requirements

Goal information needs to be captured for order sets, protocols, and care plan definitions to better describe the objectives of the protocol activities and to guide the creation of specific goals within the derived care plans and orders.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
47. PlanDefinition.goal.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
48. PlanDefinition.goal.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.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
49. PlanDefinition.goal.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).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
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
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
50. PlanDefinition.goal.category
Definition

Indicates a category the goal falls within.

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see GoalCategory Example codes for grouping goals for filtering or presentation
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
51. PlanDefinition.goal.description
Definition

Human-readable and/or coded description of a specific desired objective of care, such as "control blood pressure" or "negotiate an obstacle course" or "dance with child at wedding".

Control1..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTClinicalFindings Describes goals that can be achieved
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
Comments

If no code is available, use CodeableConcept.text.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
52. PlanDefinition.goal.priority
Definition

Identifies the expected level of importance associated with reaching/sustaining the defined goal.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from GoalPriority Indicates the level of importance associated with reaching or sustaining a goal
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
53. PlanDefinition.goal.start
Definition

The event after which the goal should begin being pursued.

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see GoalStartEvent Identifies the types of events that might trigger the start of a goal
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
54. PlanDefinition.goal.addresses
Definition

Identifies problems, conditions, issues, or concerns the goal is intended to address.

Control0..*
BindingFor example codes, see Condition/Problem/DiagnosisCodes Identifies problems, conditions, issues, or concerns that goals may address
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
55. PlanDefinition.goal.documentation
Definition

Didactic or other informational resources associated with the goal that provide further supporting information about the goal. Information resources can include inline text commentary and links to web resources.

Control0..*
TypeRelatedArtifact
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
56. PlanDefinition.goal.target
Definition

Indicates what should be done and within what timeframe.

Control0..*
TypeBackboneElement
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
57. PlanDefinition.goal.target.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
58. PlanDefinition.goal.target.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.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
59. PlanDefinition.goal.target.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).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
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
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
60. PlanDefinition.goal.target.measure
Definition

The parameter whose value is to be tracked, e.g. body weight, blood pressure, or hemoglobin A1c level.

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see LOINCCodes Identifies types of parameters that can be tracked to determine goal achievement
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
61. PlanDefinition.goal.target.detail[x]
Definition

The target value of the measure to be achieved to signify fulfillment of the goal, e.g. 150 pounds or 7.0%. Either the high or low or both values of the range can be specified. When a low value is missing, it indicates that the goal is achieved at any value at or below the high value. Similarly, if the high value is missing, it indicates that the goal is achieved at any value at or above the low value.

Control0..1
TypeChoice of: Quantity, Range, CodeableConcept
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
62. PlanDefinition.goal.target.due
Definition

Indicates the timeframe after the start of the goal in which the goal should be met.

Control0..1
TypeDuration
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
63. PlanDefinition.action
Definition

An action or group of actions to be taken as part of the plan.

Control0..*
TypeBackboneElement
Summaryfalse
Comments

Note that there is overlap between many of the elements defined here and the ActivityDefinition resource. When an ActivityDefinition is referenced (using the definition element), the overlapping elements in the plan override the content of the referenced ActivityDefinition unless otherwise documented in the specific elements. See the PlanDefinition resource for more detailed information.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
64. PlanDefinition.action.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
65. PlanDefinition.action.extension
Definition

An Extension

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on PlanDefinition.action.extension. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
66. PlanDefinition.action.extension:overviewUsageMode
SliceNameoverviewUsageMode
Definition

Identifies whether the specified element and/or results of the element should appear in overview or table presentation.

Control0..* This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-overviewUsageMode) (Extension Type: CodeableConcept)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
67. PlanDefinition.action.extension:ehealth-actionTrigger
SliceNameehealth-actionTrigger
Definition

Defines a reaction along with its trigger conditions.

Control0..1 This element is affected by the following invariants: ele-1
TypeExtension(ehealth-actionTrigger) (Complex Extension)
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
68. PlanDefinition.action.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).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
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
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
69. PlanDefinition.action.prefix
Definition

A user-visible prefix for the action.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
70. PlanDefinition.action.title
Definition

The title of the action displayed to a user.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
71. PlanDefinition.action.description
Definition

A brief description of the action used to provide a summary to display to the user.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
72. PlanDefinition.action.textEquivalent
Definition

A text equivalent of the action to be performed. This provides a human-interpretable description of the action when the definition is consumed by a system that might not be capable of interpreting it dynamically.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
73. PlanDefinition.action.priority
Definition

Indicates how quickly the action should be addressed with respect to other actions.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from RequestPriority Identifies the level of importance to be assigned to actioning the request
Typecode
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
74. PlanDefinition.action.code
Definition

A code that provides meaning for the action or action group. For example, a section may have a LOINC code for the section of a documentation template.

Control0..*
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
75. PlanDefinition.action.reason
Definition

A description of why this action is necessary or appropriate.

Control0..*
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
Comments

This is different than the clinical evidence documentation, it's an actual business description of the reason for performing the action.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
76. PlanDefinition.action.documentation
Definition

Didactic or other informational resources associated with the action that can be provided to the CDS recipient. Information resources can include inline text commentary and links to web resources.

Control0..*
TypeRelatedArtifact
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
77. PlanDefinition.action.goalId
Definition

Identifies goals that this action supports. The reference must be to a goal element defined within this plan definition.

Control0..*
Typeid
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
78. PlanDefinition.action.subject[x]
Definition

A code or group definition that describes the intended subject of the action and its children, if any.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from SubjectType; other codes may be used where these codes are not suitable The possible types of subjects for a plan definition (E.g. Patient, Practitioner, Organization, Location, etc.)
TypeChoice of: CodeableConcept, Reference(Group)
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summaryfalse
Requirements

Multiple steps in a protocol often have different groups of steps that are focused on testing different things. The subject of an action specifies the focus of the action and any child actions.

Comments

The subject of an action overrides the subject at a parent action or on the root of the PlanDefinition if specified.

In addition, because the subject needs to be resolved during realization, use of subjects in actions (or in the ActivityDefinition referenced by the action) resolves based on the set of subjects supplied in context and by type (i.e. the patient subject would resolve to a resource of type Patient).

Meaning if MissingPatient
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
79. PlanDefinition.action.trigger
Definition

A description of when the action should be triggered.

Control0..*
TypeTriggerDefinition
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
80. PlanDefinition.action.condition
Definition

An expression that describes applicability criteria or start/stop conditions for the action.

Control0..*
TypeBackboneElement
Summaryfalse
Comments

When multiple conditions of the same kind are present, the effects are combined using AND semantics, so the overall condition is true only if all the conditions are true.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
81. PlanDefinition.action.condition.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
82. PlanDefinition.action.condition.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.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
83. PlanDefinition.action.condition.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).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
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
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
84. PlanDefinition.action.condition.kind
Definition

The kind of condition.

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActionConditionKind Defines the kinds of conditions that can appear on actions
Typecode
Summaryfalse
Comments

Applicability criteria are used to determine immediate applicability when a plan definition is applied to a given context. Start and stop criteria are carried through application and used to describe enter/exit criteria for an action.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
85. PlanDefinition.action.condition.expression
Definition

An expression that returns true or false, indicating whether the condition is satisfied.

Control0..1
TypeExpression
Summaryfalse
Comments

The expression may be inlined or may be a reference to a named expression within a logic library referenced by the library element.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
86. PlanDefinition.action.input
Definition

Defines input data requirements for the action.

Control0..*
TypeDataRequirement
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
87. PlanDefinition.action.output
Definition

Defines the outputs of the action, if any.

Control0..*
TypeDataRequirement
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
88. PlanDefinition.action.relatedAction
Definition

A relationship to another action such as "before" or "30-60 minutes after start of".

Control0..*
TypeBackboneElement
Summaryfalse
Comments

When an action depends on multiple actions, the meaning is that all actions are dependencies, rather than that any of the actions are a dependency.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
89. PlanDefinition.action.relatedAction.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
90. PlanDefinition.action.relatedAction.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.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
91. PlanDefinition.action.relatedAction.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).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
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
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
92. PlanDefinition.action.relatedAction.actionId
Definition

The element id of the related action.

Control1..1
Typeid
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
93. PlanDefinition.action.relatedAction.relationship
Definition

The relationship of this action to the related action.

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActionRelationshipType Defines the types of relationships between actions
Typecode
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
94. PlanDefinition.action.relatedAction.offset[x]
Definition

A duration or range of durations to apply to the relationship. For example, 30-60 minutes before.

Control0..1
TypeChoice of: Duration, Range
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
95. PlanDefinition.action.timing[x]
Definition

An optional value describing when the action should be performed.

Control0..1
TypeChoice of: dateTime, Age, Period, Duration, Range, Timing
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
96. PlanDefinition.action.participant
Definition

Indicates who should participate in performing the action described.

Control0..*
TypeBackboneElement
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
97. PlanDefinition.action.participant.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
98. PlanDefinition.action.participant.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.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
99. PlanDefinition.action.participant.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).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
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
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
100. PlanDefinition.action.participant.type
Definition

The type of participant in the action.

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActionParticipantType The type of participant for the action
Typecode
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
101. PlanDefinition.action.participant.role
Definition

The role the participant should play in performing the described action.

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see ActionParticipantRole Defines roles played by participants for the action
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
102. PlanDefinition.action.type
Definition

The type of action to perform (create, update, remove).

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActionType; other codes may be used where these codes are not suitable The type of action to be performed
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
103. PlanDefinition.action.groupingBehavior
Definition

Defines the grouping behavior for the action and its children.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActionGroupingBehavior Defines organization behavior of a group
Typecode
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
104. PlanDefinition.action.selectionBehavior
Definition

Defines the selection behavior for the action and its children.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActionSelectionBehavior Defines selection behavior of a group
Typecode
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
105. PlanDefinition.action.requiredBehavior
Definition

Defines the required behavior for the action.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActionRequiredBehavior Defines expectations around whether an action or action group is required
Typecode
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
106. PlanDefinition.action.precheckBehavior
Definition

Defines whether the action should usually be preselected.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActionPrecheckBehavior Defines selection frequency behavior for an action or group
Typecode
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
107. PlanDefinition.action.cardinalityBehavior
Definition

Defines whether the action can be selected multiple times.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from ActionCardinalityBehavior Defines behavior for an action or a group for how many times that item may be repeated
Typecode
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
108. PlanDefinition.action.definition[x]
Definition

A reference to an ActivityDefinition that describes the action to be taken in detail, or a PlanDefinition that describes a series of actions to be taken.

Control0..1
Typecanonical(ehealth-activitydefinition|ehealth-plandefinition)
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summaryfalse
Comments

Note that the definition is optional, and if no definition is specified, a dynamicValue with a root ($this) path can be used to define the entire resource dynamically.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
109. PlanDefinition.action.transform
Definition

A reference to a StructureMap resource that defines a transform that can be executed to produce the intent resource using the ActivityDefinition instance as the input.

Control0..1
Typecanonical(StructureMap)
Summaryfalse
Comments

Note that when a referenced ActivityDefinition also defines a transform, the transform specified here generally takes precedence. In addition, if both a transform and dynamic values are specific, the dynamic values are applied to the result of the transform.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
110. PlanDefinition.action.dynamicValue
Definition

Customizations that should be applied to the statically defined resource. For example, if the dosage of a medication must be computed based on the patient's weight, a customization would be used to specify an expression that calculated the weight, and the path on the resource that would contain the result.

Control0..*
TypeBackboneElement
Summaryfalse
Comments

Dynamic values are applied in the order in which they are defined in the PlanDefinition resource. Note that when dynamic values are also specified by a referenced ActivityDefinition, the dynamicValues from the ActivityDefinition are applied first, followed by the dynamicValues specified here. In addition, if both a transform and dynamic values are specific, the dynamic values are applied to the result of the transform.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
111. PlanDefinition.action.dynamicValue.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
112. PlanDefinition.action.dynamicValue.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.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
113. PlanDefinition.action.dynamicValue.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).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
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
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.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
114. PlanDefinition.action.dynamicValue.path
Definition

The path to the element to be customized. This is the path on the resource that will hold the result of the calculation defined by the expression. The specified path SHALL be a FHIRPath resolveable on the specified target type of the ActivityDefinition, and SHALL consist only of identifiers, constant indexers, and a restricted subset of functions. The path is allowed to contain qualifiers (.) to traverse sub-elements, as well as indexers ([x]) to traverse multiple-cardinality sub-elements (see the Simple FHIRPath Profile for full details).

Control0..1
Typestring
Summaryfalse
Comments

To specify the path to the current action being realized, the %action environment variable is available in this path. For example, to specify the description element of the target action, the path would be %action.description. The path attribute contains a Simple FHIRPath Subset that allows path traversal, but not calculation.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
115. PlanDefinition.action.dynamicValue.expression
Definition

An expression specifying the value of the customized element.

Control0..1
TypeExpression
Summaryfalse
Comments

The expression may be inlined or may be a reference to a named expression within a logic library referenced by the library element.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
116. PlanDefinition.action.action
Definition

Sub actions that are contained within the action. The behavior of this action determines the functionality of the sub-actions. For example, a selection behavior of at-most-one indicates that of the sub-actions, at most one may be chosen as part of realizing the action definition.

Control0..*
TypeSee ttp://hl7.org/fhir/StructureDefinition/PlanDefinition#PlanDefinition.action
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))