What is patient merge in SAP IS-H - SAP for Healthcare?

SAP Term: patient merge

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals Merging of the master data of patients inadvertently created twice in the system to form a single patient master record. The merge function enables the user to stipulate which of the two patient master records is to be retained and which should be cancelled. The case data of the patient to be cancelled is merged with the case data of the other patient. Patient merge is subject to particular restrictions in the areas of the insurance relationship and patient accounting.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Patient Merge is a feature in IS-H SAP for Healthcare that allows healthcare providers to merge two or more patient records into one. This is useful when a patient has multiple records due to different spellings of their name, or if they have been treated at multiple locations. The merged record will contain all the information from the original records, including medical history, insurance information, and contact details. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the Patient Merge feature, healthcare providers must first select the patient records they wish to merge. This can be done by searching for the patient’s name or other identifying information. Once the records have been selected, the provider can then click the “Merge” button to combine them into one record. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When merging patient records, it is important to double-check that all the information is correct and up-to-date. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all relevant documents and forms are included in the merged record. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The Patient Merge feature is part of IS-H SAP for Healthcare, which is a comprehensive suite of software solutions designed to help healthcare providers manage their patients and operations more efficiently. Other features include appointment scheduling, billing and payment processing, and electronic health records.