: a rare genetic disorder in which the body is unable to absorb dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins (such as vitamin A and E) because of an absence of apolipoprotein B-containing lipoproteins (such as chylomicrons and VLDLs) in the blood plasma Abetalipoproteinemia presents initially in the neonatal period with gastrointestinal manifestations ...
grievance procedure. Definition. A process instituted by a health plan or benefit provider for policyholders to file complaints.
. Grievance procedures: Defines grievances as a written or verbal complaint regarding patient care, abuse, neglect, or issues reference to CMS Conditions of Participation (CoP's) or a Medicare billing complaint under 42 CFR section 489 that is not resolved on the spot.