This is actually a X12 syntax issue. Because Loop 2310 (Provider Information) was intended to start with the NM1 segment (Provider Name), the developers of the transaction set needed a way to prevent a collision between the optional NM1 in loop 2310 (position 320 of the 834 transaction set) and the optional NM1 which starts loop 2100 (position 030 of the 834 transaction set). The LX segment achieves this purpose, segregating the subordinate NM1 in Loop 2310. LX01 is simply a counter iterating the repeats of Loop 2310; it is a required data element of the LX segment. It does not have an inherent meaning in the context of the 834 implementation guide adopted for use under HIPAA.
When I mention "optional" in the above paragraph note that I am referring to the X12 standards. Paul Weber 916-449-6970 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Michael Secrist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Thu, 11 Jul 2002 13:26:59 -0400 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Purpose of LX Segment - 834 > Can anyone please clarify for the purpose of the LX Segment (Loop 2310 - > Provider Information) within the 834? The only element within this segment > is LX01 - Assigned Number. It is defined as, "A sequential number for > LX loops for this insured person." What is this segment sequencing? > > Thanks in advance for any assistance. > > ______________________ > > Mike Secrist > Morneau Sobeco > Ph: 412-687-3236, ext. 231 > Fax: 412-622-5665 > > > > > ********************************************************************** > To be removed from this list, send a message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Please note that it may take up to 72 hours to process your request. > > ====================================================== > The WEDI SNIP listserv to which you are subscribed is not moderated. The >discussions on this listserv therefore represent the views of the individual >participants, and do not necessarily represent the views of the WEDI Board of >Directors nor WEDI SNIP. If you wish to receive an official opinion, post your >question to the WEDI SNIP Issues Database at http://snip.wedi.org/tracking/. > Posting of advertisements or other commercial use of this listserv is specifically >prohibited. > > -- __________________________________________________________ Sign-up for your own FREE Personalized E-mail at Mail.com http://www.mail.com/?sr=signup Save up to $160 by signing up for NetZero Platinum Internet service. http://www.netzero.net/?refcd=N2P0602NEP8 ********************************************************************** To be removed from this list, send a message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that it may take up to 72 hours to process your request. ====================================================== The WEDI SNIP listserv to which you are subscribed is not moderated. The discussions on this listserv therefore represent the views of the individual participants, and do not necessarily represent the views of the WEDI Board of Directors nor WEDI SNIP. If you wish to receive an official opinion, post your question to the WEDI SNIP Issues Database at http://snip.wedi.org/tracking/. Posting of advertisements or other commercial use of this listserv is specifically prohibited.
