Features and Functions

Standardized Terminology: The Kenya National Health  Terminology Service offers a standardized set of terminologies and data elements for defining health indicators, services, and interventions.

Interoperability: By adhering to common data standards, the terminology service promotes interoperability among different health information systems, facilitating seamless data exchange and integration.

Data Governance: It establishes guidelines and best practices for data governance, ensuring data quality, consistency, and security in health information management.

Adaptability: The terminology service is designed to be adaptable to evolving healthcare needs and technological advancements, accommodating changes and updates as necessary.

Functions

1. Code system query
2. Concept/code validation
3.  Code translation
4. Value set (subset) query
5.  Value set resolution.