Oral Surgery Patient Flow Protocol

1. Pre-Arrival

Documentation Requirements

• Completed medical history forms
• Signed surgical consent forms
• Insurance verification
• Referral documentation (if applicable)
• Recent radiographs

Patient Instructions

• NPO status requirements
• Medication adjustments
• Transportation arrangements

2. Check-In Process

Front Desk Protocol

1. Verify patient identity
2. Confirm insurance status
3. Collect outstanding payments
4. Review pre-operative instructions

Initial Assessment

• Vital signs measurement
• Medical history review
• Pre-operative anxiety assessment

3. Pre-Operative Phase

Clinical Staff Responsibilities

• Patient escort to treatment area
• Surgical site verification
• Time-out procedure documentation

Equipment Preparation

• Sterile instrument setup
• Emergency kit verification
• Monitoring equipment check

4. Operative Phase

Surgery Room Protocol

• Universal precautions
• Instrument tracking
• Specimen handling
• Documentation requirements

Staff Positioning

• Surgeon access optimization
• Assistant positioning
• Equipment placement

5. Post-Operative Phase

Recovery Protocol

• Vital signs monitoring
• Bleeding assessment
• Pain management
• Discharge criteria verification

Patient Education

• Post-operative instructions
• Medication guidance
• Emergency contact information
• Follow-up appointment scheduling

6. Documentation

Required Forms

• Operative notes
• Post-operative instructions
• Prescription documentation
• Insurance claims processing

7. Quality Assurance

Daily Checklist

• Equipment sterilization logs
• Temperature monitoring
• Emergency kit inspection
• Supply inventory