Title: File documents.
Course: Medical Assistant II (14151-II) > Section: Managing Medical and Financial Records

Filing of diagnostic documents should include the correct and timely placement of laboratory, radiology, electrocardiograms, and other reports, according to the filing system used at the specific medical facility.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Who is responsible for communicating diagnostic results to the healthcare provider?
- Why is it so important to file diagnostic documents correctly and in a timely manner?
- What methods are used to convert paper files to electronic files?