How to Send an Order Link to a Patient
Learn how to send a personalized Order Link to a patient so they can conveniently order and pay online. This is ideal for follow-ups, walk-outs, or remote orders.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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In Otto, click “Send Order Link” in the top navigation menu.
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In the patient field, begin typing the patient’s name, email, or phone number.
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Select the patient from the dropdown list if they already exist in your system.
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If the patient does not appear, continue entering their full name and contact information to create a new patient record.
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Click “Assign Product.”
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Select the appropriate product(s) for the patient.
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Add any known insurance coverage or special discounts if applicable.
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Confirm quantities and prescription details.
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Review the pricing and eligibility.
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Active and relevant Rebates and Promotions will automatically be displayed to the patient during checkout.
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You do not need to manually apply standard vendor rebates.
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Edit the message as needed.
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Select from a pre-written template, or customize the message.
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If you subscribe to Otto Premium, you can create and use custom message templates.
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Click “Send Now.”
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The patient will receive a message (via their preferred contact method) with a secure link to complete their order and payment.
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What Happens Next
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The patient clicks the link and reviews their personalized order.
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Payment is required for online orders.
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If the prescription is pre-validated and not expired, the order may process automatically.
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If review is required, the order will appear in your Orders Log with the status “Awaiting Processing.”
Important Notes
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Order Links are digital and intended for online ordering. They are different from printed Quotes.
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Patients can choose direct shipping or office pick-up (if enabled in your Settings).
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Payment is not charged until the order is approved and processed by the clinic.
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If a prescription is expired, the order will require manual approval before processing.
When to Contact Support
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If the patient reports that their Order Link is not working
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If pricing or rebate amounts appear incorrect
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If the order does not appear in your Orders Log after the patient completes checkout
If the issue persists, please submit a support ticket so our team can investigate further.