Patient Task Prioritization Template

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Use the Patient Task Prioritization template to focus on urgent and important patient issues. By implementing the Priority Matrix, Patient Advocates can ensure that sensitive health matters are prioritized effectively, leading to improved patient outcomes.

This template guides you through resolving medication issues, scheduling follow-up appointments, addressing patient complaints, and more. Prioritize critical tasks to enhance patient care and satisfaction.

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Prioritize urgent and important patient tasks to ensure critical healthcare needs are addressed promptly.

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Proposed Tasks

Urgent and Important

  • Resolve Patient Medication Issue - due in 1 day
    ☐ Review patient's medication list ☐ Consult with prescribing doctor ☐ Coordinate with pharmacy
  • Attend to Walk-in Patient - due in 1 day
    ☐ Assess patient's condition ☐ Provide necessary assistance
  • Address Patient Complaint - due in 2 days
    ☐ Listen to patient's concerns ☐ Investigate issue ☐ Provide resolution
  • Prepare for Patient Discharge - due in 2 days
    ☐ Coordinate with medical team ☐ Inform patient and family ☐ Arrange post-discharge care
  • Coordinate with Social Services - due in 2 days
    ☐ Identify patient needs ☐ Reach out to social services
  • Address Patient's Dietary Concerns - due in 2 days
    ☐ Consult with dietitian ☐ Inform patient of changes

Important but Not Urgent

  • Follow up on Insurance Claims - due in 1 week
    ☐ Review claim status ☐ Contact insurance company if necessary
  • Review New Patient Intakes - due in 1 week
    ☐ Review patient information ☐ Assign to appropriate medical team
  • Update Patient Care Plans - due in 1 week
    ☐ Review current care plans ☐ Modify as necessary
  • Complete Patient Satisfaction Reports - due in 1 week
    ☐ Analyze patient feedback ☐ Compile report
  • Schedule Follow-up Appointments - due in 1 week
    ☐ Check doctor's availability ☐ Contact patients to confirm dates
  • Update Patient Records - due in 2 weeks
    ☐ Review medical records ☐ Update with latest information

Urgent but Not Important

  • Respond to Patient Emails - due in 2 days
    ☐ Review incoming emails ☐ Provide appropriate responses
  • Coordinate Patient Transport - due in 3 days
    ☐ Arrange for hospital transport ☐ Inform patient of pick-up time
  • Attend Staff Meeting - due in 1 week
    ☐ Review agenda ☐ Prepare updates on patient cases
  • Respond to Patient Survey - due in 2 weeks
    ☐ Review survey responses ☐ Implement changes as necessary

Not Urgent and Not Important

  • Update Waiting Room Literature - due in 2 weeks
    ☐ Review current literature ☐ Replace outdated materials
  • Organize Patient Files - due in 3 weeks
    ☐ Sort files ☐ File in appropriate folders
  • Complete Required Training - due in 3 weeks
    ☐ Review training materials ☐ Complete quizzes and assessments
  • Prepare for Health Fair - due in 3 weeks
    ☐ Coordinate with event organizers ☐ Prepare materials and resources