Complete the Travel Excuse Form
Use this template to generate a note to excuse or assist patients with travel issues or requirements.
Click the
Forms
link, and double-click
Travel
from the list.
In the
Diagnosis
grid, select a diagnosis.
(Optional) In the
Surgery
grid, select a procedure.
Select a reason for the excuse note.
You can enter a reason not already listed, or add a comment, in the
Misc
field.
Use the
From/To
or
For
fields to enter a time frame or duration.
Select the
Provider Signed
check box and select the provider from the list.
Once all information is entered, select the
Done
check box and generate the document by clicking the
Air Travel document
button.
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