Boxes
Boxes (medical term)
Boxes (pronounced: /ˈbɒksɪz/) is a term used in the medical field to refer to the compartmentalization of certain aspects of patient care, particularly in the context of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and Patient Care Management.
Etymology
The term 'boxes' in this context is derived from the English word 'box', which refers to a container or compartment. In the context of medical terminology, it is used metaphorically to refer to the categorization or compartmentalization of different aspects of patient care.
Related Terms
- Electronic Health Records (EHRs): Electronic systems that store patient health information. 'Boxes' in EHRs refer to different sections or categories of information.
- Patient Care Management: The coordination and organization of patient care. 'Boxes' in patient care management refer to different areas or aspects of care.
- Medical Coding: The process of translating medical information into standardized codes. 'Boxes' in medical coding refer to different categories or sections of codes.
- Medical Billing: The process of submitting and following up on claims with health insurance companies. 'Boxes' in medical billing refer to different sections or categories on a billing form.
- Health Information Management (HIM): The practice of acquiring, analyzing, and protecting digital and traditional medical information. 'Boxes' in HIM refer to different categories or sections of information.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Boxes
- Wikipedia's article - Boxes
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