The role of the medical assistant is both clerical and clinical in nature. The most important
clerical function is the careful management of the patient chart, or record. The
management of these individual files is vital to the care of each patient and to the
smooth operation of the medical office. In this chapter you will learn about various options for
handling large volumes of patient records. As you work
through this chapter, you will begin to have an appreciation
for the very important task of chart management, and you
will develop an organized approach to maintaining these
critical documents. As you read, watch for helpful tips
that teach you how to locate any patient chart quickly and
efficiently. |