| Step |
Action |
Notes |
| Patient sees doctor or nurse. |
Under the relevant current problem enter the appropriate referral code. |
There is a Read code picking list for referrals available or use via the Macro. |
|
Dictate referral letter in the usual way. |
The referral template automatically produces a list of the patient’s summary sheet, current medication and drug sensitivities. Bear this in mind when dictating your letter. Check that current drugs and summary page are accurate. |
| Secretary |
Insert letter into referral note under the appropriate current problem. |
Print letter. Copy of letter is kept on computer file automatically. |
| Report |
Run monthly report. |
Monthly report to check for patients with referral code but no attached letter, to check for missed referrals. |
