Clinical
Referral Rejection
Referral Rejection occurs when an agency determines that it cannot accept a referral.
Definition
Referral Rejection occurs when an agency determines that it cannot accept a referral for reasons such as eligibility, service limitations, geographic coverage, or other applicable factors.
Why it matters
Clearly documenting the reason for a rejected referral supports transparency and appropriate referral management.
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