Why Is It Necessary to Include a Note in the Patient's

question 6

Multiple Choice

Why is it necessary to include a note in the patient's chart when the person does not show up for a scheduled appointment?

• A) To bill the patient for the time
• B) To keep count of the number of no-shows for a possible drop in the future
• C) To provide the medical assistant with a reminder to call and reschedule
• D) To be prepared for future legal consequences regarding the patient's care

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