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Military Health System Health Care Glossary serves as the official repository and consolidated reference (as a secondary source) for terms and definitions used within the MHS. Some terms may have multiple and varying definitions based on the context and primary source of authority. Note that certain definitions may be approved only for limited use in a single primary reference document, while others may have broad applicability in multiple contexts and issuances. To determine the most appropriate definition in a particular context, consult all relevant source documents. Any disparities between this Glossary and primary sources are unintentional, and the primary source shall control.
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Formerly referred to as “same day surgery.” A type of outpatient visit in which immediate pre-procedure and post-procedure care requires an unusual degree of intensity and is provided in an ambulatory procedure unit. Care is required in the facility for less than 24 hours.
An individual who makes a gift of all or part of his or her body for specific purposes.
Individuals who are civilian employees of the DoD who possess a DoD ID card in accordance with Volume 1 of DoD Manual 1000.13.
The cornea, eye, skin, bone, bone marrow, dura, blood vessel, fascia, brain or any other distinct type of material that is currently or will be suitable for medical therapeutics or scientific research that does not require ongoing biological patient support (active perfusion) at the time of harvest.
The practice of acquiring, analyzing, and protecting digital and traditional medical information vital to providing quality patient care. Health information management professionals often serve in bridge roles, connecting clinical, operational, and administrative functions.
A two-position alphanumeric code for a major high-level organizational unit within the Air Force to which Headquarters Air Force allocates funds.
Definition found in DHA TM 7220.01- Defense Health Program (DHP) Common Cost Accounting Structure (CCAS) Guidance.
To assist MTFs in providing staff augmentation due to difficulties in filling open positions or personnel shortages to meet a given demand. ERSAs are resource sharing vehicles used by MTFs that allow for the placement of active duty and/or MTF civilian providers in network facilities to treat active duty and TRICARE beneficiaries. ERSAs only apply to prov...
Health insurance coverage provided by the DoD for military personnel and their dependents when governmental medical facilities are not available. Covers active or retired members of all branches of the military service plus the Public Health Service, National Oceanic Atmospheric Association (NOAA) and the dependents of military personnel killed on active ...
All professional, technical, and related functions performed by the three military medical departments, such as general and special medical treatment, dental care including prosthetic laboratory service, nursing care, veterinary service, medical laboratory service, patient evacuation, preventive medicine (including physical examinations), nutrition manage...
A six-character, alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies each Active, Reserve and National Guard unit of the Armed Forces.
Definition found in DHA TM 7220.01- Defense Health Program (DHP) Common Cost Accounting Structure (CCAS) Guidance.
A two-position code synonymous with allotment serial number assigned by the operating agencies to identify specific funding points.
Definition found in DHA TM 7220.01- Defense Health Program (DHP) Common Cost Accounting Structure (CCAS) Guidance.
Individuals eligible for health care services under Chapter 55 of Title 10, United States Code.
The various programs carried out by the Secretary of Defense under this chapter and any other provision of law providing for the furnishing of medical and dental care and health benefits to members and former members of the uniformed services and their dependents, including the following health plan options:
Medical treatment facilities (MTFs) that are registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to be collectors.
Pharmaceutical preparations that can only be obtained through a practitioner’s prescription dispensed by a pharmacist and are not considered controlled substances under the Controlled Substances Act.
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