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How to Cancel an Appointment and Add a Cancellation Reason

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๐Ÿ“ Overview

This guide provides concise steps to cancel appointments in ChiroHD, document cancellation reasons, locate canceled appointments, and generate comprehensive reports based on canceled status.

Canceling an Appointment

  • From the calendar, click the drop-down arrow on the appointment and select Cancel appointment.

  • In the cancellation window, select a reason and add optional details. Click Cancel appointment to confirm.

  • The appointment will now be marked as canceled and removed from the active calendar.


To View or Edit a Cancellation Reason

  • Navigate to the Patient Snapshot. In the Appointment section, find the canceled appointment and click Expand.
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  • The Cancellation Reason and additional details can be Viewed and Edited if needed.


Ways to Locate Canceled Appointments in ChiroHD

Option #1 - Using the Flow Tab (Today's Cancellations)

  • Navigate to your Calendar. Click on the Flow tab.

  • To view todayโ€™s canceled appointments, check the Canceled column.


Option #2 - Patient Snapshot

  • Use the search bar to find the patient and open their snapshot. In the Appointment section, view the canceled appointment.


Option #3 - Patient Profile Visit History Audit

  • Go into the Patient Profile < Visit history tab < Audit < Show History for more details on canceled appointments.


Option #4- Appointment by Status Report

  • Navigate to your Live Location > Reporting > All Reports Beta > Appointment by Status.

  • Choose the following reporting criteria: Summary or detailed report, PDF or CSV, Date range, Appointment Type, Appointment Status - Canceled, Calendar/Provider.
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  • Below is a Sample Appointments by Status Summary Report filtered for cancelled appointments

  • And a Sample Appointments by Status Detailed Report filtered for cancelled appointments


โœ… Key Takeaways

  • Appointment cancellations are easily managed via the calendar.

  • Documenting reasons improves reporting and follow-up.

  • Multiple search methods increase accessibility of canceled appointment data.

  • Run customizable reports for deep insight into cancellations.


๐Ÿ“Œ Conclusion

By following these steps, you can efficiently manage, locate, and report on appointment cancellations in ChiroHD, ensuring complete appointment tracking and accurate records.

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