In plain English
This means giving a clear yes about an appointment that has already been arranged. It communicates that the patient still plans to come for that healthcare visit.
In context
Here, it means replying that the patient still intends to attend the scheduled visit.
- Situation
- Booking appointments, checking in, joining waitlists, and handling referrals
- What it communicates
- button to reply that the scheduled visit is still accepted
Meaning limits
By itself, the term only covers stating attendance, not altering the scheduled appointment.
Examples
“Maria called the clinic to confirm her appointment for Tuesday, not to move it.”
“Asked whether she was still coming in, the patient confirmed the appointment.”