# Auto Consumption

Unite EMR includes an **Auto Consumption** feature that optimizes the management of ongoing item purchases necessary for subsequent patient visits, effectively reducing repetitive billing tasks. This feature reduces manual billing tasks and enhances accuracy, providing a streamlined experience for healthcare facilities and patients.

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### Prerequisite for **Auto Consumption** Appointment

#### **Ensure Invoice Completion**

* Before scheduling an appointment, generate an **Invoice** for the required items (e.g., Medications, Services, or Treatments for a subsequent visit) along with their quantities, and ensure that the **Invoice Auto Consumption** feature is enabled.
* For instructions on creating an invoice for this feature, refer to the [**Invoice Auto Consumption**](/uniteemr/application-modules/billing/invoice/create-invoice/invoice-auto-consumption.md) section in the [**Invoice** ](/uniteemr/application-modules/billing/invoice.md)screen.

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### Steps for using the Auto Consumption feature

* Open the **Scheduler** **(Home > Front Desk > Scheduler)** screen and double-click on the available time slot for the required doctor. This action will open the **Appointment** pop-up screen.
* In the **Appointment** pop-up screen, enter/select the details as follows:

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  * Select the appropriate patient ([Invoiced](#ensure-invoice-completion)) follow the [Appointment Booking](/uniteemr/application-modules/scheduler/appointment-booking/existing-patient.md) steps.
  * In addition, turn **ON** the **Appointment Auto Consumption** switch to enable item consumption.
  * After filling the necessary details, click **SAVE** to create the appointment.
* For subsequent patient visits, the items are automatically consumed. Navigate to the **Item Consumption** tab to access detailed information on items consumed during the patient’s visits.

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