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Procedures

procedures
Read-onlyIdempotent

"What is the procedure called [X]" / "medical procedure name lookup" / "patient-friendly name for [surgery]" — search clinical procedure names (NLM curated, ~7k entries). Returns short names like "Colonoscopy", "MRI of brain". Patient-facing language; use for forms or intake screens. For billing codes use icd10cm or a CPT source instead.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
dfNoComma-separated display fields to use in the `displays` array. Default varies per table; usually the canonical name.
efNoComma-separated extra fields to include per match. Field names vary per table; check NLM docs at clinicaltables.nlm.nih.gov.
countNoMaximum matches to return. Default 7, max 500. Use 1–3 for typeahead UX, 20–50 for browsing.
termsYesSearch query — prefix/contains match against canonical names. Whitespace-split into AND tokens. Example: "colonoscopy".

TDQS

A4.7/5.0
Behavior4/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, openWorldHint, idempotentHint. The description adds context about data source (NLM, ~7k entries), result style (short names, e.g. 'Colonoscopy'), and search mechanism (prefix/contains match). No contradiction.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Two efficient sentences: first gives query examples, second states purpose, data source, and usage boundaries. No unnecessary words, front-loaded with examples.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a simple query tool with complete schema and annotations, the description sufficiently covers purpose, usage, data source, and limitations. No missing critical information.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100%, so description adds value by explaining the search mechanism ('prefix/contains match against canonical names. Whitespace-split into AND tokens'), which goes beyond schema field descriptions.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool searches clinical procedure names from NLM-curated list with patient-friendly names. It includes example queries and distinguishes from billing code tools (icd10cm, CPT).

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines5/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Explicitly states when to use ('for forms or intake screens') and when not to ('For billing codes use icd10cm or a CPT source instead'). Also mentions patient-facing language.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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TDQS

A3.9/5.0
Disambiguation3/5

Several tool groups (ask_pipeworx/ask_pipeworx_grounded/deep_research, conditions/disease_names, polymarket_* family) have overlapping purposes, requiring careful reading of descriptions to differentiate. While many tools are conceptually distinct, the similarity within domains could lead to agent misselection.

Naming Consistency3/5

Naming is mostly snake_case but patterns vary: verb_noun (ask_pipeworx), noun_noun (entity_profile), single verb (forget, recall), and some adjectives (recent_changes). No consistent structure across the set, though individual names are descriptive.

Tool Count2/5

With 40 tools, the server is overly large for typical coherence. The tool count exceeds the 15–25 range deemed borderline, making it hard for agents to navigate and select efficiently.

Completeness4/5

The surface covers medical coding (ICD, LOINC, UCUM, drugs, procedures), financial data, prediction markets, memory, subscriptions, and meta-tools. Missing but minor elements (e.g., CPT codes) do not significantly hinder common workflows.

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