Glossary of Medical Terms

This glossary has many commonly used health and medical terms used within the Office of Human Resources, but isn’t a full list. These glossary terms and definitions are intended to be educational and may be different from the terms and definitions you come across. 

Health and Medical Terms

Listed below is a summary of some commonly used terms you may find in working with your insurance coverage and medical providers such as doctors, dentists, and medical specialists. Some of these terms also might not have exactly the same meaning when used in your policy or plan, and in any such case, the policy or plan governs.