define functional narrative
Constructing a Functional Narrative for an ASC: Q&A With Amy Mowles of Mowles Medical Practice Management. January 29, 2013 | Print | Email. A functional narrative is a detailed, written description of a surgery center, used to request approval to construct a new facility. Since this item is essential to gain license approval for a new surgery center, administrators and surgery center leaders must have a thorough grasp of the elements required for a successful document.