Section title: Requests for Interpretation
RFI #
2851
Clarification on Segment N101 in Loop 2750 of 005010X220 (834)
Description

Our interpretation is that the 2750 is a flexible loop and the N101 segment in Loop 2750 can be used to provide additional individual member’s details based on the requirement of the organization and the mutual understanding with its trading partners. Please advise if the sex code of “X” sent in Loop 2750 is compliant.

Scenario

We collect demographic data about an individual’s gender or sex to provide the option of “X” on our forms in compliance with New York State law.
 
We are using the gender code values of “F”, “M”, or “U” in the Loop 2100A/DMG03 segment which allows for “F”, “M”, or “U” in compliance with the X12 guidelines.

In addition to that, we are utilizing the Loop 2750/N102 segment, which is the flexible reporting category to provide additional member details to send the sex code value of “X”.

Example:
LX*1~ 
N1*75*SEX CODE~ 
REF*17*X~ 
DTP*007*D8*20231010~ 
LE*2700~ 

Our interpretation is that Loop 2750 is a flexible loop, so the additional individual member’s details can be provided there based on the requirements of the organization and the mutual understanding with its trading partners. Please advise if the sex code of “X” sent in Loop 2750 is compliant.

RFI Response

The 2750 loop is reporting categories for the member. The reporting category is flexible in order to report additional information that is not codified elsewhere in the transaction. The business scenario provided is an example of a valid use of the reporting category to provide additional information about the member.

RFI Recommendation

Details about reporting categories used should be included in companion guides to the TR3.

DOCUMENT ID
005010X220