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

returning patient - Overview

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals Patient who is readmitted, or transferred back directly, to the source hospital after a stay in an external hospital.

returning patient - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A returning patient in IS-H SAP for Healthcare is a patient who has been seen by the healthcare provider before. This patient may have been seen for a previous appointment, or may have been admitted to the hospital for an extended period of time. The returning patient is identified by their unique patient ID number. 
  
  How to use it: 
  When a returning patient visits the healthcare provider, they should provide their patient ID number so that the provider can quickly access their medical records. This allows the provider to quickly review the patient's medical history and provide the best possible care. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the patient's ID number is always up-to-date and accurate. This will help ensure that the provider can quickly access the correct medical records and provide the best possible care. 
  
  Related Information: 
  IS-H SAP for Healthcare also includes features such as appointment scheduling, billing, and medical records management. These features help healthcare providers manage their patients more efficiently and provide better care.