CCHMC Pilonidal Smart Phrases Hello all. I have created a variety of Smart Phrases within Epic to facilitate much of what we do in Pilonidal. The main list is here: Metronidazole ointment: When ordering the Metronidazole 10% you need to order the medication as "Metronidazole Powd." When you type that in and search it will not come up, but in your search results box select "Database" in the top right corner. Then you should be able to find the order. If you need help in doing this and customizing it as a preference to make it easier for the future, let me know. Once you find it, under the "+Add Note to Pharmacy" you can use the NRPILOMETRONIDAZOLEPHARMBLURB to explain what you want specifically. You must send the order only to Biomed Pharmacy in West Chester, unless you find another compounding pharmacy to make it. NOTES: I have created two note templates, an initial new visit and follow-up notes: PROCEDURE: I also have a generic procedure note for Incision and Drainage OP NOTES: Here are the operative notes:
Pilonidal Smartphrases
Guideline · Mar 2020 · 1 min read
In brief
In brief
Electronic health record documentation templates (SmartPhrases) for standardized clinical assessment and management of pilonidal disease, likely including history, physical exam findings, and treatment planning elements.
Written by the GCMD Library team from the guideline.
Metronidazole Ointment Ordering
Metronidazole 10% ointment must be ordered as 'Metronidazole Powd' through the Database search function in Epic. Orders require a pharmacy note using the NRPILOMETRONIDAZOLEPHARMBLURB smart phrase and must be sent exclusively to Biomed Pharmacy in West Chester or an alternative compounding pharmacy. This specialized formulation requires specific ordering instructions to ensure proper preparation.
Clinical Documentation Templates
Two standardized note templates are available within Epic for pilonidal disease management: an initial new patient visit template and a follow-up visit template. These smart phrases streamline documentation and ensure consistent capture of relevant clinical information across patient encounters.
Procedure Documentation
A generic procedure note template is available for incision and drainage procedures related to pilonidal disease. This standardized template facilitates consistent procedural documentation.
Operative Note Templates
Operative note templates specific to pilonidal disease surgical procedures are available within the Epic smart phrase system. These templates provide structured documentation for surgical interventions.
Statements in this guideline
When ordering metronidazole 10% ointment, the medication must be ordered as 'Metronidazole Powd' and searched in the Database section of Epic.
Metronidazole compounding orders must be sent only to Biomed Pharmacy in West Chester unless another compounding pharmacy is identified.