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Order Ophthalmic Diagnostic Tests from Order Tests - OPH

You can order Ophthalmology specific diagnostic tests for the patient on the Order Tests – OPH template. You can configure up to 40 tests with test codes on the Order Tests – OPH template. For more information about configuring ophthalmic diagnostic tests, go to NextGen Healthcare Success Community and download the latest Setup Guide for NextGen® Ophthalmic Suite.

  1. Access the Order Tests - OPH template.
  2. The Priority field defaults to Normal.
    To change the Priority, click the field and select a value from the list.
  3. The Ordered date defaults the current encounter date.
    To change the date, click the Ordered date field and select a date from the Calendar
  4. Click the Indication field and select a diagnosis using the diagnosis search window.
  5. The Subject field defaults to Test Request by default.
    To change, click the Subject field and enter the new subject.
  6. Enter additional comments in the Order comment field.
  7. To attach a template, select Yes for Attach a template?

    By default, No is selected.

  8. Select Patient may leave after test, if applicable.
  9. In the Additional fields section, click each field and select a value from the list.
  10. In the Schedule tests section, select Today or select Other and enter a timeframe.
  11. In the Select tests section, select the check box for each test and indicate the eye to be tested.

    If the test is configured for Acceptable Use Criteria, the system instructs you to enter the order in the Orders module.

  12. Click Place Order.
    The diagnostic test orders appear in the Ordered tests grid.
  13. Repeat this procedure to order tests to be performed for a different diagnosis or date.
  14. Click Save & Close.