Substance Source
Definition
The supplier of the substance (e.g., licensed dispensary/proprietor, unregulated source)
Data element maturity
3: Ready for use
Data Element Guidance
n/a
Fixed Observation Code
Substance source (LOINC: in development)
Recommended Terminologies
Terminology foundation
To be developed
To be developed
Value set
To be developed
Value set examples
- Licensed dispensary
- Licensed proprietor
- Pharmacy
- Unregulated supply
Value set maturity
0: In development
Value set guidance
n/a
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How to cite:
Canadian Institute for Health Information. Substance Source. Accessed November 02, 2026.
