There are several strategies physician practices from around the country are using to combat patients who schedule an appointment and don't show up, according to a Medscape News report.
The strategies mentioned in the article include:
• Charging a $25 fee for "no-shows" and dropping the patient if they don't pay.
• Calling to check on the patient after the first "no-show" and warning them of their dismissal from the practice if it happens again.
• Reducing their visit allotted time to 15 minutes.
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The strategies mentioned in the article include:
• Charging a $25 fee for "no-shows" and dropping the patient if they don't pay.
• Calling to check on the patient after the first "no-show" and warning them of their dismissal from the practice if it happens again.
• Reducing their visit allotted time to 15 minutes.
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4 Tips for Surviving the Changing Healthcare Market
6 Commonly Made Mistakes Regarding Performance Reviews
Physicians Realty Trust Reports 3Q Net Loss of $1.4M