# update_lead_status

> Update the status of a lead in the pipeline

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Update the status of a lead in the pipeline.

## How to use it

This is a built-in prompt on the ActuallyCare MCP server. In Claude clients that support MCP prompts you can pick **update_lead_status** from the prompt menu — or skip the menu entirely and just ask in plain English:

> "Mark the lead Mike Torres as qualified — he got pre-approved today."

## Arguments

| Argument | Required | Description |
| --- | --- | --- |
| `lead_identifier` | Yes | Lead name, email, or ID |
| `new_status` | Yes | New status (new, contacted, qualified, converted, lost) |
| `notes` | No | Notes about the status change |