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SVMIC Risk Basics: Systems


            a critical difference between a patient who refuses to go and one who

            misunderstands the need for the referral and potential consequences of
            failure to keep the appointment.


















































            When a decision is made to refer the patient to a specialist or other care
            provider, it is important to communicate to the patient a certain level

            of information about your expectations of the consultant. If the patient




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