What is 'major patient' in SAP IS-H - SAP for Healthcare?

major patient - Overview

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals The master data record which remains active after merging multiple and duplicate medical records belonging to the same person.

major patient - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A major patient is a patient who is admitted to a hospital for a long-term stay. This type of patient is typically admitted for a period of more than 30 days and requires specialized care. Major patients are typically monitored and treated by a team of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and other specialists. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP for Healthcare, major patients are tracked using the IS-H system. This system allows healthcare professionals to monitor the progress of major patients and ensure that they receive the best possible care. The system also allows healthcare professionals to track the costs associated with major patient care, as well as any medications or treatments that have been prescribed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When tracking major patients in SAP for Healthcare, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is accurately recorded. This includes the patient's medical history, current medications, and any treatments that have been prescribed. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes in the patient's condition or treatment plan over time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  SAP for Healthcare also includes features for tracking minor patients, who are typically admitted for shorter stays and require less specialized care than major patients. Additionally, SAP for Healthcare can be used to track other types of healthcare data, such as laboratory results and medical imaging results.