What is self-payer in SAP IS-H - SAP for Healthcare?

SAP Term: self-payer

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals Patient to whom hospital invoices are addressed directly or who makes direct payments to the hospital.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Self-payer is a term used in the IS-H SAP for Healthcare module. It refers to a patient who pays for their own medical services, rather than having them covered by an insurance provider. This type of payment is also known as self-funding or out-of-pocket payment. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In the IS-H SAP for Healthcare module, self-payers are identified by a specific code in the patient's record. This code indicates that the patient is responsible for paying for their own medical services. The system will then generate an invoice for the patient, which they must pay before receiving treatment. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When dealing with self-payers, it is important to ensure that all invoices are accurate and up to date. This will help to avoid any confusion or disputes over payments. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any payments made by self-payers, as this will help to ensure that all bills are paid in full and on time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Self-payers are not the only type of payment accepted in the IS-H SAP for Healthcare module. Other payment types include insurance providers, government programs, and third-party payers. Each of these payment types has its own set of rules and regulations that must be followed in order to ensure accurate billing and payment processing.