Medical Records Management
/ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈrɛkərdz ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The systematic administration, maintenance, and safeguarding of patient medical records to ensure legal compliance, privacy, and accessibility.
Hospitals must implement strict medical records management to protect patient confidentiality and comply with healthcare laws.
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- medical records management
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Commentary
Effective medical records management requires adherence to legal standards such as HIPAA in the U.S., emphasizing both privacy and accuracy in recordkeeping.
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