Define: Master Patient Index

The meaning of “Master Patient Index” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Master Patient Index defined in a legal contract?

  • Master Patient Index means an electronic database maintaining a unique index for every individual registered as a patient [during the term of the contract]. This index handles individuals regardless of their status with the Health Information Exchange (HIE). Seen in 16 SEC filings.
  • Master Patient Index means an electronic database carrying unique identifiers of patients registered at an [organization]. This database is utilized by a Health Information Exchange service provider to facilitate health information exchange among healthcare providers that are not related entities. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
  • Master Patient Index means a database sustaining a unique index identifier for each patient, with their information being reachable through a Health Information Exchange (HIE). This database is used to cross-reference patient identifiers across multiple organizations, allowing for patient search, matching, and consolidation of duplicate records. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
  • Master Patient Index means a database that maintains a unique index identifier for each patient whose [protected health information] may be accessible through the Health Information Exchange (HIE). It is used to cross-reference patient identifiers across multiple [entrant organizations]. Seen in 1 SEC filing.

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

Search EDGAR for 'Definitions of master patient index' yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Master Patient Index means an electronic database holding a unique index, identifier, or data for each registered patient, used for effective information exchange.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Collaboration between health institutions for patient data sharing.
  • Technology providers delivering database management services.
  • Licensing use of health information database technology to a third party.
  • Dealing with patient data in compliance with health regulations.
  • Ensuring performance standards in data management services.

Relevant Sectors

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Master Patient Index means an electronic database holding a unique index, identifier, or data for each registered patient, used for effective information exchange.

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