Definition
A personal identifier assigned by Centrelink for the purposes of identifying people (and organisations) eligible for specific services, including some public health care services, such as oral health services.
Components
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Data Element ConceptPerson—government funding identifier
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Object ClassPerson
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PropertyGovernment funding identifier
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Value DomainCentrelink customer reference number identifier {N(9)A}
Representation
This representation is based on the value domain for this data element, more information is available at " Centrelink customer reference number identifier {N(9)A} ".| Data Type | String |
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| Format | {N(9)A} |
| Maximum character length | 10 |
Comments
Guide for use:
The CRN should only be collected from persons eligible to receive health services that are to be funded by Centrelink. The number may be reported to a Centrelink agency to reconcile payment for the service provided. The data should not be used by private sector organisations for any purpose unless specifically authorised by law. For example, data linkage should not be carried out unless specifically authorised by law.
Origin:
AS5017 Health Care Client Identification
Comments:
When a person accesses health services on the basis of being a Centrelink customer, collection of the CRN is usually necessary. This data should not be collected and recorded if it is not needed to support the provision of such health services.