Healthcare Acronyms

Pediatric Health Information System

A comprehensive pediatric database containing clinical and financial details of more than six million patient cases from nearly 50 children's hospitals in the United States. The main database dates back to 2004, with some data available from the late 1990s. A related database known as PHIS+, contains even more details (lab results, images, etc.) but is limited to six hospital for up to 6 years.