Referral A&Ps

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RETINAL PERIPHERAL EVALUATION:

Refer to retina (_______) for a peripheral retinal evaluation OU to ensure there are no holes, breaks or tears that would require treatment. Scheduled apt for patient and provided patient with the retinal specialist's contact information and the apt day/time. Patient understood importance of following up with specialist.

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