title: The registration and scheduling processes.
abstract: The entry of patient information via a computer registration system eliminates the manual and repetitive handling of patient information in many different operations. Present scheduling systems range to the very sophisticated that not only smooth peaks and valleys but also eliminate examination conflicts and unnecessary, similar, and duplicate examinations to increase departmental productivity using the existing radiographic rooms and technologic staff.
mesh_terms: D001071:Appointments and Schedules; D003201:Computers; D006748:Hospital Departments; D006801:Humans; D010343:Patient Admission; D011872:Radiology Department, Hospital