Definition
A unique identifier allocated to a customer or organisation, or other item of interest.
Components
Data Element (this item)
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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:
This identifier is assigned by Centrelink. The CRN consists of nine digits and one alphabetic character, generated and validation by an internal Centrelink Algorithm.
Origin:
AS5017 Health Care Client Identification
Comments:
The Centrelink Reference Number (CRN) is a unique identifier assigned to people and certain organisations that have one or more recognised relationships with Centrelink. In most cases, these entities receive services provided by Centrelink. It is used by Centrelink as the primary key for a customer's record.