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Interoperability
allows syncing of multiple, unrelated functions or systems
Application
software with a unique purpose, such as word processing or used for a specific
industry
care provider
person, usually a physician, who performs healthcare services requiring
specialized education and training
Clearinghouse
service that assists in claims processing by standardizing billing and performing
error checks
, electronic claims submission
filing of a healthcare claim using a computer rather than paper
encounter form
form generated at the completion of an office visit, a portion of which details the
patient's diagnosis, procedures and services performed, and the charge for each
procedure/service
Demographics
documented patient information such as age, sex, and race
practice management software
specialized computer software that performs administrative and billing
procedures in medical offices
Point of care
procedures that take place at the time of care, rather than at a remote location or
at a point in time after care is complete