<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;">[size= 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap]Embracing[/size] [size= 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #1155cc; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; -webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap]Closed Loop vs Traditional Manual Referrals[/size][size= 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap] signifies more than adopting technology&mdash;it marks a cultural transformation in healthcare. Closed-loop referral systems embody the digital evolution that modern healthcare organizations must undertake to remain competitive. Automation and integration redefine how providers communicate, share data, and manage workflows. Unlike manual systems that rely on fragmented channels, closed-loop technology creates a unified platform for coordination. This digital shift reduces burnout among healthcare professionals by simplifying tasks and ensuring referral accountability. Moreover, it aligns with the broader goals of interoperability and patient-centered care mandated by healthcare regulations. By embracing closed-loop innovation, healthcare institutions move closer to creating truly connected ecosystems that leverage digital tools for better outcomes. It&rsquo;s not merely a system upgrade&mdash;it&rsquo;s the foundation of modern, data-empowered healthcare.[/size]