To create a new Appendectomy base procedure, which master file is necessary for configuration?

To create a new Appendectomy base procedure, the necessary master file for configuration is the ORP master file. The ORP file contains essential information related to operating room procedures, where base procedures such as an appendectomy are defined, including policies, workflows, and data elements that are needed for proper management of surgical operations.

In the context of surgical procedures, this master file serves as the foundation for configuring surgical workflows and is vital for ensuring that all components of the appendectomy procedure are accurately represented and can be effectively integrated into the overall system.

While the other master files serve important roles in the Epic ecosystem—such as ORT for supplies and equipment, SUP for supply chain management, and SMARTGROUP for grouping related items together—they do not have the specific focus on procedural configuration needed for establishing a base surgical procedure. The ORP file is specifically designed for this purpose, which is why it is the required choice for creating new surgical procedures like an appendectomy.