# Using Emirates ID

The Emirates Identity Card is an official government-issued identification card in the United Arab Emirates. The Unite EMR application integrates with card readers, enabling front desk staff to automatically retrieve and input data directly from the Emirates ID card. This feature streamlines the registration process, saving time and reducing the risk of manual entry errors.

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Ensure that the Card Reader Device and its services are properly configured to fetch the data.
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Facilities which have a DHA License in Dubai, can obtain a Free Emirates ID Card reader from DHA.
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### **Steps to book an appointment using Emirates ID**

* 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:
  * Click the **FETCH DATA FROM CARD** button to fetch the patient details from Emirates ID. When the user clicks the button, the application utilizes the data embedded in the Emirates ID to automatically identify whether the patient is new or existing in the system.
    * **New patient**

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      * If the patient is identified as a new patient, the **New Patient** checkbox will be automatically selected. Additionally, the following fields will be auto-populated under the **Appointment** tab:
        * **First, Middle and Last Name**
        * **Country Code**
        * **Mobile Number**
        * **Photo ID Type**
        * **ID Number**
        * **Date of Birth**
      * Fill the other necessary details and click the **SAVE** button to book the new patient appointment.
    * **Existing Patient**

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      * If the patient is identified as an existing patient, the following information will be displayed on the pop-up screen:
        * **Profile Photo**
        * **Patient PIN**
        * **Cash/Insurance details**
        * **Advance**
        * **Overdue**
      * Fill the other necessary details and click the **SAVE** button to book the existing patient appointment.

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