Acronyms in Healthcare - R

R

• RAN — Rural Area Computer Network
• RAP — Request for Anticipated Payment
• RBRVS — Resource-Based Relative Value Scale
• RCT — Randomized Clinical Trial or Randomized Controlled Trial
• RD — Registered Dietician
• RFE — Reason For Encounter
• RHC — Rural Health Clinic
• RICE — Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation (Alternatively) Rest, Immobilize, Cool, Elevate
• RIS — Radiology Information System
• RRC — Rural Referral Centers
• RUG — Resource Utilization Groups
• RWJF — Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
• RN — Registered Nurse
• RMO — Resident Medical Officer
• RHIT — Registered Health Information Technician
• RHIA — Registered Health Information Administrator
• RHIO — Regional Health Information Organization