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Introduction

To meet local specification requirements, practice staff will record data using the standard Ardens templates available in their clinical system.


Recording Activity 

Practice staff can access the Ardens templates for data recording as they normally would during a patient consultation, using the Run Template option.


When selecting a template, ensure it is an Ardens template, identifiable by ‘Ardens’ in brackets.


Alternatively, you can use the Ardens “All Template Launcher Protocol,” accessible via the F12 key, from anywhere within the patient record. For further information on the template launchers, access this support article.


Once you access the template, you will be presented with your local ICB page. This page provides information on the local contract requirements and necessary data fields to ensure accurate completion.


Pay close attention to the red text, as some areas may require dual coding or direct you to another page in the template for completion.


For further information on the specification, click the ‘Service Specification’ link.



The remainder of the template can be used as normal to structure your consultation. There may be other areas, such as QOF, that you may wish to capture at the same time. Simply use the pages provided.

Do not forget to Save Template once completed to ensure the information is recorded in the patient’s record.

If you require any further assistance on the process above, please contact the Ardens EMIS Support Team at support-emis@ardens.org.uk