What is the purpose of the Postop Navigator?

The Postop Navigator is primarily designed to assist healthcare providers in managing the information and documentation requirements following a surgical procedure. Its function includes providing essential links to the necessary documentation needed to properly close the encounter associated with the surgery. This ensures that all pertinent information is gathered systematically, allowing for accurate record-keeping and follow-up care.

While monitoring patient vitals may be an important aspect of post-surgery care, this responsibility typically falls under other monitoring tools rather than the Postop Navigator. Similarly, administering medications is a task performed by nursing staff or medication administration systems, and recording patient feedback is generally captured through separate patient satisfaction tools. These aspects highlight why the Postop Navigator's primary role is centered on documentation and process completion after a surgical encounter.