Regional Medical Programs
| Definition: |
Coordination of activities and programs among health care institutions within defined geographic areas for the purpose of improving delivery and quality of medical care to the patients. These programs are mandated under U.S. Public Law 89-239. |
| Notes: |
specify geog; TN 163: restricted definition & use; DF: REGIONAL MED PROGRAMS |
| Previously Indexed: |
Legislation, Medical (1966),Public Health (1966),United States Public Health Service (1966) |
Regional Medical Programs Definitions and Terms
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