Definition. A software application that is hosted on a server and accessible over the Internet. SAAS relieves the user of software maintenance and support and the need to install and run an application on an individual local PC or server. Many medical billing applications are available as SAAS.
You'll come across Software As A Service (SAAS) while working the revenue cycle — from eligibility and claim submission to payment posting and denials. See the related terms below, or browse the full glossary and the Knowledge Hub.