When a patient calls the medical office, why is it essential for the medical assistant to verify the patient's contact information during every interaction, even if the patient is well-known to the practice?
To make the call longer and bill for more time.
To be more efficient by avoiding looking up the patient's record.
To ensure accuracy, as patient information such as a phone number or address may have changed.
It is not necessary if the medical assistant recognizes the patient's voice.
The correct answer is that contact information can change, and verification ensures any return calls or follow-up communications are directed to the correct person and number. Relying on memory or previous records without confirmation can lead to significant communication errors, delays in care, or potential HIPAA breaches if information is sent to a wrong number. While efficiency is important, it should not compromise the accuracy and safety of patient communication.
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