When a specific number of patients (typically four) are scheduled to come at the same time, typically at the beginning of the hour, it is referred to as `____` booking.

Flashcard 4 - Medical Office Management Flashcard Set for the Medical Assistant test

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The correct answer is:

wave

Explanation:

Wave booking allows patients to have different in-office procedures done before they see the doctor (ECG, blood draws, etc). This type of scheduling typically reduces physician downtime, but it may increase patient wait time.

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