Table 2 A comparative view of existing guidelines

Consistent representation (semantic accuracy in representation)

x

x

.

x

x

Pre-coordination first (post-coordinate only when necessary)

x

x

x

.

x

Context (where and how data appears influences meaning)

.

x

x

.

x

Hierarchy prioritizing (certain data elements require codes from specific hierarchies)

x

x

x

.

.

Precision (be as granular as possible)

x

x

.

.

x

Post-coordination (how and when to post-coordinate)

x

.

x

x

x

Exploration (how to find the right code)

.

x

x

x

x

Historical relationships (how to handle changes between SCT releases)

.

x

x

x

(x)