In appointment scheduling, what is a cancellation?
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Medical Office Assistant · Administrative Procedures and Office Management
Cancellations, No-Shows, and Waitlists
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A patient calls to say they must cancel tomorrow’s appointment. Which is the assistant’s most appropriate first step?
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A patient cancels by phone. Which information should the assistant be sure to record?
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When a patient calls to cancel, what should the assistant do in addition to removing the appointment?
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After a patient cancels a same-day appointment, what should the assistant do about the clinician’s schedule?
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- Handle patient cancellations and reschedule appointments accurately and professionally.
- Document no-shows objectively and perform appropriate follow-up within scope of practice.
- Maintain an effective waitlist and use it to fill open slots fairly and efficiently.
- Escalate safety concerns related to missed appointments to licensed staff promptly.
Sources & references
- American Association of Medical Assistants — What is a Medical Assistant?
- National Healthcareer Association — Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services — CMS.gov
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