The practitioner has recommended that a patient have an annual physical to include a breast examination. What is the best way to help a patient remember to schedule next year's appointment?

Question

A. Place the patient's name in a tickler file so when the time arrives, a form can be sent to remind the patient to call for an appointment
B. Tell the patient when she leaves the office to call in a year to schedule an appointment
C. Schedule the appointment before the patient leaves the office
D. Call the patient to remind her to call you for an appointment
E. Give the patient a note when she leaves the office to remember to call in a year for an appointment

Answer 1

Answer: A