Authorization
Authorization
Authorization (pronunciation: /ˌɔːθəraɪˈzeɪʃən/) is a term used in healthcare and medicine to refer to the process of obtaining consent or approval for a specific action, procedure, or service.
Etymology
The term 'Authorization' is derived from the Latin word 'auctor', meaning 'originator' or 'promoter', and the suffix '-ization', which denotes an action or process.
Definition
In the context of healthcare, authorization is the process by which a patient, healthcare provider, or insurance company gives consent or approval for a specific medical procedure, treatment, or service. This can include things like surgeries, diagnostic tests, or prescription medications.
Related Terms
- Preauthorization: This is a process where an insurance company gives approval in advance for a specific medical procedure or service. It is often required for more expensive or complex treatments.
- Informed Consent: This is a process in which a healthcare provider explains the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a proposed treatment or procedure to a patient, who then gives their consent to proceed.
- Medical Necessity: This is a term used by insurance companies to determine whether a particular service, procedure, or treatment is necessary for a patient's health.
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA): This is a US law that provides data privacy and security provisions for safeguarding medical information.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Authorization
- Wikipedia's article - Authorization
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