In the Patient Selector window, you can search for existing patients using the default Search By options or by using a custom query. You can also use the filter options on the right side to include only patients who meet certain criteria.
The Search By options are:
Name/Date of BirthName/Date of Birth
You can use any combination of surname, forename, mobile number and Post Code. At least one character or number must be entered in at least one of the fields.
Telephone NumberTelephone Number
You can search by telephone number, work number or mobile number. At least one number must be entered to search for a patient.
You can search for a patient using the number that is automatically assigned to the patient by R4+.
NHS Number (England, Wales & Isle of Man)NHS Number (England, Wales & Isle of Man)
If the patient's NHS number has been recorded on their record, you can use this option when searching for a patient. At least one number must be entered to search for a patient.
CHI Number (Scotland)CHI Number (Scotland)
If the patient's CHI number has been recorded in their record, you can use this option to search for a patient. At least one number must be entered to search for a patient.
H&C Number (Northern Ireland)H&C Number (Northern Ireland)
If the patient's H&C number has been recorded on their record, you can use this option to search for a patient. At least one number must be entered to search for a patient.
The Filter options are:
Current PatientsCurrent Patients
Enables you to search for current patients or archived patients. You cannot search for both at the same time.
Under TreatmentUnder Treatment
Enables you to search for only patients with an open course of treatment.
Return All PatientsReturn All Patients
You can display a list of all patients. If you use this filter, you cannot use any of the Search By options.
NHS Patients OnlyNHS Patients Only
Enables you to search for only NHS patients.
Account Pending
Include only patients with an outstanding balance that has been outstanding for less than 1 month.
Include only patients with an outstanding balance that has been outstanding between 1 month and 2 months.
Include only patients with an outstanding balance that has been outstanding between 2 months and 3 months.
Include only patients with an outstanding balance that has been outstanding for 3 months or longer.
Enables you to print a statement for the patients who are displayed when using any of the Account Pending options above.
Remember ResultsRemember Results
Enables you to keep the results of your last search.
You can use multiple filter options at the same time to make your search results more specific.
Reinstating an Archived Patient
Adding a Patient Marker to a Patient's Record
Removing a Patient Marker from a Patient's Record