Efficient appointment scheduling improves patient access and reduces no-shows. Digital scheduling software replaces paper diaries with smart, integrated calendar management.
Benefits of Digital Scheduling
- 24/7 online booking option
- Reduced phone call volume
- Automatic reminders
- No double-bookings
- Better resource utilization
Key Features
1. Calendar Management
- Visual calendar view
- Multiple provider schedules
- Resource scheduling
- Blocked time handling
2. Booking Options
- Reception booking
- Online self-booking
- Phone booking
- Walk-in management
3. Reminders
- SMS reminders
- WhatsApp notifications
- Confirmation requests
- Reschedule links
4. Analytics
- Booking patterns
- No-show rates
- Provider utilization
- Peak time analysis
HospitalOS Scheduling
- Integrated with patient records
- Multi-provider support
- SMS reminder integration
- Queue integration
- Booking reports
- Works offline
Reducing No-Shows
- Send reminders 24-48 hours before
- Request confirmation
- Easy rescheduling option
- Waitlist for cancelled slots
- Track and address patterns
Conclusion
Digital appointment scheduling improves efficiency and patient experience. HospitalOS includes comprehensive scheduling tools. Contact MedSoftwares for details.
