What does ADT mean in UNCLASSIFIED

ADT stands for Admit Discharge and Transfer. This term is most commonly used to refer to the computer system used at hospitals and other healthcare facilities to keep track of patient information when they are admitted, discharged or transferred from one department or facility to another.

The ADT system works by keeping records related to admission, discharge, transfer and patient information in a centralized database. All information is updated in real-time across all health care organizations that use the same system allowing personnel to access the same records regardless of location.

Information tracked by the ADT includes patient demographics such as name, age, identification numbers, insurance details as well as medical history including procedures performed and medications administered. Additionally, staff involved in caring for a patient’s care may also be identified through this system.

Yes, there are many benefits associated with using an ADT System. Using an automated tracking process can help streamline care processes within a hospital setting while reducing errors associated with manual data entry. Additionally, it allows for better communication between departments and improved collaboration among health care professionals providing more efficient outcomes for patients.

Generally speaking, no special hardware or software is required for most modern systems as it can be accessed via computer networks or web portals depending on how it has been implemented by each health care organization.

Access rights are set by each organization's security policies so it depends on who they grant access to their systems. Normally only healthcare providers involved in direct patient care will have access but some organizations may make certain data available to administrators for statistical purposes.

Updates occur whenever changes are made regarding admissions, discharges or transfers of patients within the organization – these could include scheduled operations or emergency transfers between departments or facilities.