How to increase patient volume without added burnout
FAQs
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How can providers increase appointment availability without burning out?
Nearly 40% of patients consider flexible or late hours to be crucial when choosing a provider. Shift your operating hours to open later and extend your evening availability on certain days each week to offer a greater range of options without adding to your workday. Consider offering telehealth appointments during these adjusted hours to accommodate more patients in a shorter window of time while maintaining a healthy total number of working hours per provider.
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How can practices increase patient volume without increasing overhead costs?
Incorporate automated billing, scheduling, and patient communication tools to improve administrative efficiency and free up more time for patient-facing activities. Conduct shorter virtual follow-up appointments for non-physical examinations to allow more patients to be seen by a provider in a given window of time.
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How can practices expand appointment options without sacrificing patient care?
38% of practices allow patients to see multiple providers. To ensure the quality and continuity of care across multiple appointments and providers, practices must provide seamless access to detailed digital health records for all members of the patient care team. Practices can also implement transparent scheduling options that allow patients to self-select their preferred provider or opt for the earliest available appointment, both maximizing efficiency and flexibility.