ADT IDs track and manage patient and location information in a hospital by providing unique identifiers. They are used to monitor patient movements such as admissions, discharges, transfers, and updates across departments. ADT IDs ensure accurate record-keeping, enhance patient flow management, and enable seamless data exchange between systems like electronic health records (EHRs) and tracking software.
How ADT IDs Work
Functionality
The following types of ADT IDs can be found throughout the Capacity IQ® application:
HL7 ADT ID: Tracks patient information and movements using HL7 messaging standards.
Room ADT ID: Identifies specific rooms within the facility.
Facility ADT ID: Tracks details about the hospital or healthcare facility.
Nurse Station ADT ID: Identifies nurse stations associated with patient care.
Bed ADT ID: Tracks specific beds assigned to patients.
The ADT system will recognize and search for ADT IDs and use them when they are requested.
If a transaction is missing an ADT ID, it will not be processed by the system.
For more information on using ADT IDs and HL7, refer to the HL7 Guide.