What is clinical encounter in SAP IS-CHN - Collaborative Health Network?

SAP Term: clinical encounter

• Component: IS-CHN

• Component Name: Collaborative Health Network

• Description: A clinical encounter a patient has with a hospital or a GP / specialist.For CHN release 1 this consists of admission and discharge data, a diagnosis and an optional comment.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Clinical encounter is a term used in the IS-CHN Collaborative Health Network component of SAP. It refers to a single episode of care provided to a patient by a healthcare provider. This episode of care can include multiple visits, treatments, and services. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The IS-CHN Collaborative Health Network component of SAP allows healthcare providers to track and manage clinical encounters. This includes recording patient information, scheduling appointments, and tracking treatments and services provided. The system also allows providers to share information with other healthcare providers, such as specialists or labs. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the IS-CHN Collaborative Health Network component of SAP, it is important to ensure that all clinical encounters are accurately recorded. This will help ensure that patients receive the best possible care and that providers have access to the most up-to-date information. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The IS-CHN Collaborative Health Network component of SAP also includes features such as patient portals, electronic health records, and analytics tools. These features can help healthcare providers better manage their clinical encounters and provide better care for their patients.