DEATH CAUSE CODE (UNDERLYING)
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DEATH CAUSE CODE (UNDERLYING) is the same as attribute DEATH CAUSE CODE. It is the ICD code of the underlying condition leading to death as recorded on the death certificate. 

This data element is also known by these names:

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plural DEATH CAUSE CODES (UNDERLYING)