Key Terms and Definitions
Key Terms and Definitions
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Term |
Definition |
|---|---|
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Patient |
Refers to the Member, Consumer, or Recipient. The Patient is the person receiving services. |
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Caregiver |
Refers to the Aide, Homecare Aide, Homecare Worker, or Worker. The Caregiver is the person providing services. |
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Provider |
Refers to the Agency or organization coordinating services. |
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Payer |
Refers to the Managed Care Organization (MCO), Contract, or HHS. The Payer is the organization placing Patients with Providers. |