What is outlier charge in SAP IS-H - SAP for Healthcare?

SAP Term: outlier charge

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals Separate charge imposed for long-stay patients.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Outlier charge is a feature of the IS-H SAP for Healthcare system. It is used to identify and charge for services that are outside the scope of a patient's normal care. This includes services such as emergency care, intensive care, or specialized treatments. Outlier charges are typically higher than regular charges and are used to cover the additional costs associated with these services. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Outlier charges are used to identify and charge for services that are outside the scope of a patient's normal care. The system will automatically detect when a service is an outlier and will apply the appropriate charge. The system also allows for manual entry of outlier charges if needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering outlier charges, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included in the entry. This includes the type of service, the cost of the service, and any additional fees associated with it. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all outlier charges are accurately reflected in the patient's bill. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Outlier charges are just one part of the IS-H SAP for Healthcare system. Other features include patient scheduling, billing, and reporting. Additionally, there are a variety of other healthcare-related features available in the system such as medical coding and claims processing.