The Health Care Facility

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to health care facilities, their departments, roles, and functions.

Health Care Facility

An organization that provides medical services and resources to patients.

Ancillary Services

Additional services that support the primary medical care provided in hospitals, such as pathology and pharmacy.

Chain of Command

The organizational structure that defines the hierarchy of authority, responsibility, and communication.

Medicaid

A government assistance program that provides health coverage to eligible low-income individuals and families.

DRG (Diagnosis-related group)

A payment system that classifies hospital cases into groups for the purpose of payment.

CPT (Current Procedural Terminology)

A set of codes used to describe medical procedures and services.

Perioperative Registered Nurse

A nurse who specializes in the care of patients before, during, and after surgery.

Operating Room Manager

A professional responsible for overseeing the operations of the operating room.

Infection Control

Policies and procedures used to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare facilities.

Facilities Maintenance

Services that ensure the upkeep and safety of the health care facility.