Glossary of Health Insurance Terms

As you explore our site, you may come across an unfamiliar word or term. We've developed a glossary that we hope will help you.

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J Codes

The procedure codes that identify specific ingredients and dosage in a given injection.

JCAHO

See "Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations."

Joint Commission on Accreditation on Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO)

The entity that oversees certain providers of health care services making sure they meet specific criteria. This helps ensure the patient receives quality health care.