key terms
what does HIPPA stand for
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
what is medicare
mediicare is a federal health insurance program for people aged 65 years or older and people with certain disabilities. Medicare pays for hospital stays, medical services, and some prescription drugs
what is medical offices
medical offices is a building intended for use in the provision of medical services, without facilities for accommodating patients overnight.
what is private health insurance
coverage provided through an employer, or purchased directly by individuals and families to help cover medical care and related expenses.
what is hospice
A program that gives special care to people who are near the end of life and have stopped treatment to cure or control their disease.
what is national health insurance model
National health insurance, sometimes called statutory health insurance, is a system of health insurance that insures a national population against the costs of health care.
what is clinics
an establishment or hospital department where outpatients are given medical treatment or advice, especially of a specialist nature.
what is a pharmacy
a store where medicinal drugs are dispensed and sold.
what is tricare
tricare is a health care program of the United States Department of Defense Military Health System. Tricare provides civilian health benefits for U.S Armed Forces military personnel, military retirees,
what is physical therapy