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Terminology

Terminology Plugin – Create a Mapper​

Summary (SEO Meta Description):
The Terminology Plugin in WeHub maps values between different code systems using concept maps.
Essential for healthcare interoperability, it ensures consistent meaning across workflows.

Overview​

The Terminology Plugin is a core feature of WeHub that enables value translation between code systems.
It relies on Concept Maps, which must be built from Code Systems defined within WeHub Terminology.

This plugin ensures that workflow data aligns with the correct clinical, operational, or business terminology, which is critical in healthcare interoperability (e.g., mapping between SNOMED CT, ICD-10, or internal codes).

⚙️ Action: Create a Mapper​

  • Description: Maps an input value to an output value based on a selected Concept Map.
  • Use Case: Convert codes or values between different standards or organizational systems.

Configuration Options:

FieldTypeDescription
LabelStringCustom name for the node (e.g., "Map Gender Codes").
Input NameStringField name for the input value.
Input TypeEnumType of the input value. Options: NUMBER, STRING, BOOLEAN.
Output NameStringField name for the mapped output value.
Output TypeEnumType of the output value. Options: NUMBER, STRING, BOOLEAN.
Map DirectionEnumDefines direction of mapping. Options: DEFAULT, REVERSED.
Concept MapObjectSelect a Concept Map (must be created from Terminology → Code Systems).

💡 Example Use Cases​

  • Healthcare Interoperability:
    Map diagnosis codes from ICD-10 to SNOMED CT for clinical decision support.

  • Standardization:
    Convert internal hospital codes into HL7/FHIR-compliant codes.

  • Bidirectional Mapping:
    Use DEFAULT for normal mapping and REVERSED to flip input/output direction.

  • Data Harmonization:
    Normalize inconsistent values (e.g., "M", "Male", "1") into a single standard output.

FAQ​

Q: Do I need a Code System before creating a Concept Map?
A: Yes. Concept Maps are built using Code Systems in WeHub’s Terminology.

Q: What happens if the input value is not found in the Concept Map?
A: The mapper will return no mapped value unless defaults are defined.

Q: Can mapping be reversed automatically?
A: Yes, by setting Map Direction to REVERSED.

Keywords: WeHub Terminology Plugin, Concept Map, Code System, value mapping, healthcare interoperability, code translation