Week4 assignment

HM2030: Week 4 Assignment Worksheet

Background As you will learn this week, there are two (2) methods for developing a referral tracking process.  A practice can either use a computer tracking system or a manual tracking system.  It is important for medical practices to track referrals; however, the method of referral tracking should be chosen with the goal of growing a practice in mind. Note:  Use the UMA Virtual Library, as well as internet search engines to answer these questions. Please be specific in your response. You can use the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP): Family Practice Management, web resources in the course at:http://www.aafp.org/online/en/home/publications/journals/fpm.html  as one of your sources. (This site has many journal articles which can be downloaded for free).  If you are using the AAFP resource or any other sources, remember to properly provide your bibliography of sources at the end of your essay. Assignment Questions 70 points Directions to complete the assignment: 1. Read the question/prompts. 2. Respond in the provided area. Use short responses, in complete sentences with proper grammar and spelling. Your answer should be no less than 4 to 8 sentences. What is a computer referral tracking system?  What is a manual referral tracking system?  Why are they necessary for any medical practice? Use short responses, in complete sentences with proper grammar and spelling. Your answer should be no less than 4 to 8 sentences. Answers vary depending on search. Type answer here (See next page to continue assignment) Provide three (3) advantages and three (3) disadvantages of using a computer referral tracking. Use short responses, in complete sentences with proper grammar and spelling. Your answer should be no less than 4 to 8 sentences. Answers vary depending on search. List the advantages: Type answer here Type answer here Type answer here List the disadvantages: Type answer here Type answer here Type answer here Provide three (3) advantages and three (3) disadvantages of using a manual referral tracking system.  Use short responses, in complete sentences with proper grammar and spelling. Your answer should be no less than 4 to 8 sentences. Answers vary depending on search. List the advantages: Type answer here Type answer here Type answer here List the disadvantages: Type answer here Type answer here Type answer here Make a recommendation for what you believe is the best referral tracking method. Explain why you believe your choice is the best method by supporting your case with research. Be sure to properly cite your sources using APA format. Use short responses, in complete sentences with proper grammar and spelling. Your answer should be no less than 4 to 8 sentences. Answers vary depending on search. Type answer here (See next page to continue assignment) Grading To receive full participation points, you must meet the following criteria: Criteria Points Complete the tasks assigned. 70 Follow submission instructions correctly. 5 Total Points 75