# Ordering Procedures

To order a procedure, follow these steps:

1. Select the Orders tab.

2. Select Procedure in the Write Orders list box.

Note: The Encounter Information dialog appears if no encounter information has been entered.

3. Locate and click the desired procedure in the Procedure list box.

4. Enter the reason for the procedure.

5. Select whether the patient is an inpatient or outpatient.

6. Select the Urgency, Place of Consultation, to whose attention you are sending it, and the Provisional Diagnosis.

7. Select Accept Order.

8. When finished, select Quit.

Note: The order must be signed before it is sent. You can either sign the order now or wait until later.

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