Medical Record Management
/ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈrɛkərd ˌmænɪdʒˈmɛnt/
Definitions
- (n.) The systematic process of maintaining, storing, and securing patients' medical records in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
Proper medical record management is essential for healthcare providers to ensure patient privacy and legal compliance.
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- medical record management
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Commentary
Effective medical record management balances accessibility with confidentiality, crucial in medico-legal contexts and litigation support.
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