Various pieces of information are required when a consultation request is placed.In addition to the patient's name and age,which of the following pieces of information are commonly required for a consultation?
A)Name of hospital,patient's birth date,and name of the patient's nurse
B)Patient's location,diagnosis,and your name
C)Patient's diagnosis,patient's marital status,and physician requesting the consult
D)Hospital name,location of patient,patient's diagnosis,doctor requesting the consult,and urgency of the consult

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The health unit coordinator (HUC),when calling in a consultation request,should have the patient's chart close by so any additional requested information may be accessed easily.When the doctor's office is called,the patient's insurance information may be requested.
Note: Some hospitals may have a policy that requires the requesting doctor to notify the specialist personally,so patient history and additional information may be provided.

Various Pieces of Information Are Required When a Consultation Request