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Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is the structured, electronic exchange of business documents between organizations. Instead of relying on paper-based communication or manual data entry, EDI enables companies to transmit documents like purchase orders, invoices, shipment notices, and payment confirmations in…

EDI X12 is a standardized format for exchanging business documents electronically. It is especially common in the United States and Canada. The Accredited Standards Committee (ASC) X12, under the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), developed this format to ensure consistency…

An Electronic Health Record (EHR) is a digital version of a patient's paper chart that contains comprehensive, real-time information about the patient’s medical history, diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, immunizations, allergies, lab results, and imaging. Unlike isolated paper files, EHRs are…

An Electronic Medical Record (EMR) is a digital version of a patient’s paper chart. It stores the medical and treatment history of a patient within a single healthcare organization. Healthcare professionals rely on EMRs to document care, monitor progress, and…

Encryption is the process of converting information into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access. It plays a vital role in data security by ensuring that only authorized parties can read or access the original information. Using complex algorithms, this…

Endpoint security refers to the practice of protecting end-user devices — such as desktops, laptops, mobile phones, tablets, and servers — from cybersecurity threats. These endpoints serve as potential gateways for attackers seeking unauthorized access to an organization’s data, systems,…

Enterprise Healthcare refers to the management and delivery of healthcare services within a large organization or corporation. This model is designed to address the unique needs of employees and their families by providing comprehensive medical care, mental health support, and…