F - Definitions
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FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
The FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) regulates the production and sale of food, medicine, health technology and cosmetic products. The FDA, also called the USFDA, approves drugs and medical devices for sale and recalls unsafe products.
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fee-for-service (FFS)
Fee-for-service (FFS) is a payment model in which doctors, hospitals, and medical practices charge separately for each service they perform.
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FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources)
Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) is an interoperability standard for electronic exchange of healthcare information.