What is 'family physician' in SAP IS-H - SAP for Healthcare?

family physician - Overview

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals A general practitioner who is generally the patient's first point of contact in case of illness. The family physician issues referrals to specialists or for hospital stays.

family physician - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Family physician is a term used in the IS-H SAP for Healthcare component. It refers to a doctor who is responsible for providing primary care to a patient and their family. This doctor is typically the first point of contact for any medical issues and is responsible for coordinating care with other healthcare providers. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The family physician is used in the IS-H SAP for Healthcare component to provide comprehensive care to a patient and their family. This includes providing preventive care, diagnosing and treating illnesses, ordering tests, referring patients to specialists, and providing follow-up care. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the family physician in the IS-H SAP for Healthcare component, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is accurately recorded in the system. This includes patient history, medications, allergies, and any other pertinent information that may be needed for diagnosis and treatment. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The IS-H SAP for Healthcare component also includes other features such as electronic health records (EHRs), patient scheduling, billing, and analytics. These features can be used in conjunction with the family physician to provide comprehensive care to patients and their families.