| Mandatory | Repeatable | Data Type | Authority | Publicly Avaialble |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | No | Variable Character Length (8) | Date Qualifier List | Yes |
| Definition: |
The means for indicating an uncertain or approximate death date. |
| Purpose: | Alerts users to uncertain or approximate death dates. |
| Relationship: | This element is dependent on Death Date. To have Death Date Qualifier, Death Date must be created. |
| Guidance: |
Choose the appropriate term from the Date Qualifier Authority List. Use "?" if uncertainty exists regarding the date. Use "ca." if the date is approximate. |
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