# Pending Appointments

## Overview

<figure><img src="/files/bf1o6Wzd95IszcQCqR8H" alt=""><figcaption><p>Pending tab</p></figcaption></figure>

* In the Pending Appointments tab, you will see a list of appointments awaiting confirmation.
* Patient information, including name and contact details, will be visible, along with specific appointment details such as date and time.
* Under the **Pending Tab** of appointments, the provider can:
  * See a **dropdown** of the list of patients with cases tied to the same clinic and provider.
  * Change the case number before approving an appointment. Once a case number is selected and the appointment is approved, it is moved under that case.
* To approve an appointment, click on the "Approve" button next to the appointment details.
  * If approved, the appointment will move to the Upcoming section, and the patient will be notified of the confirmation.

<figure><img src="/files/oLLPK7vFVKlvXtxUyczC" alt=""><figcaption><p>Approve appointment</p></figcaption></figure>

* To decline an appointment, click on the "Decline" button next to the appointment details.

  * If declined, the appointment will move to the Cancelled section, and the patient will be notified of the cancellation.

  <figure><img src="/files/bWihiq6Qb8dFoUkLuY9E" alt=""><figcaption><p>Decline appointment</p></figcaption></figure>


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