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Referral management and follow-ups

This workflow automatically manages patient referrals from initial receipt through follow-up completion, tracking referral sources and patient outcomes to optimize relationship building with referring providers.

Workflow Trigger

New patient referral received from external healthcare provider

Visual Flow

Each node represents an automated step. Connections show how data and decisions move through the workflow.

Step-by-Step Breakdown

Detailed explanation of each automated stage in the workflow.

  1. 1
    Trigger

    Referral notification received

    System detects incoming referral from external provider via fax, email, or electronic health record integration. Referral details are automatically parsed and stored.

  2. 2
    Action

    Create patient record automatically

    New patient profile is generated with referral source information and preliminary treatment notes. Initial appointment slots are identified based on urgency level.

  3. 3
    Action

    Schedule initial consultation

    System automatically contacts patient via preferred communication method to schedule first appointment. Confirmation and intake forms are sent digitally.

  4. 4
    Decision

    Check appointment completion status

    After scheduled appointment date, system determines if patient attended initial consultation. Workflow branches based on attendance status.

  5. 5
    Action

    Generate treatment progress report

    For attended appointments, system compiles initial assessment findings and treatment plan using SOAP notes. Report is formatted for referring provider review.

  6. 6
    Action

    Send automated follow-up communication

    Progress report is automatically sent to referring provider with treatment outcomes and next steps. Thank you message acknowledges the referral relationship.

  7. 7
    Output

    Update referral tracking dashboard

    Referral outcome data is logged in comprehensive tracking system showing conversion rates, treatment success, and provider relationship metrics for practice management review.

Outputs

  • Automated referral acknowledgment to referring provider
  • Patient treatment progress report
  • Updated referral conversion analytics dashboard

Key Metrics

  • Referral-to-appointment conversion rate
  • Average time from referral to first treatment
  • Referring provider satisfaction scores
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