What is medically indicated in SAP IS-H - SAP for Healthcare?

SAP Term: medically indicated

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals A service that from a medical perspective is necessary, even if this service can only be performed in another canton. This means that a medically indicated service is handled in the same way as a mandatory service as per the Accident Insurance Act UVG or the Sickness Insurance Act KVG.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Medically indicated is a term used in the IS-H SAP for Healthcare component. It refers to a medical procedure or treatment that is necessary for the patient's health and wellbeing. This includes treatments that are recommended by a doctor or other healthcare professional, as well as treatments that are required by law. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In the IS-H SAP for Healthcare component, medically indicated procedures and treatments are recorded in the patient's medical record. This information is used to determine the patient's eligibility for certain services, such as insurance coverage or reimbursement. It is also used to track the progress of the patient's treatment and to ensure that all necessary procedures are completed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When recording medically indicated procedures and treatments in the patient's medical record, it is important to be as detailed as possible. This includes noting any special instructions or precautions that may be necessary for the procedure or treatment. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes in the patient's condition that may require additional medical attention. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The IS-H SAP for Healthcare component also includes other terms related to medically indicated procedures and treatments, such as “medically necessary” and “medically appropriate”. Additionally, there are other components of the IS-H SAP system that can be used to track and manage patient care, such as the Patient Care Management module.