Health Care Information Systems Terms DQ
Health Care Information Systems Terms DQ
Define the following terms. Your definitions must be in your own words; do not copy them from the textbook.
After you define each term, describe in 40 to 60 words the health care setting in which each term would be applied. Include at least 2 research sources to support your position—one from the University Library and the other from the textbook. Cite your sources in the References section according to APA guidelines.
Term
Definition
How it is Used in Health Care
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Electronic medical record
Electronic health record
Computerized provider order entry system
Unique patient identifier
Protected health information
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Covered entities
Health information exchange
Telehealth
Telemedicine
Meaningful Use
References
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