How to reduce the number of missed consultations?

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Each year, it is estimated that between 6% and 10% of consultations are missed by patients. A simple appointment reminder sent by SMS can considerably reduce this number. A current phenomenon with the rabbit tax was the subject of a first reading in the Senate. A problematic phenomenon but not new since already in 2019 some professional newspapers are looking into the subject.

Last minute meeting, childcare issue or simple forgetfulness
There are rarely any excuses for missing an appointment, but unfortunately few people take the time to notify or cancel, which represents a waste of time and money for doctors.

Nowadays, with the lack of doctors, wasting time means losing availability for patients. The bill therefore plans to allow health professionals to apply a financial penalty, in order to dissuade non-virtuous behavior. But with increasingly long waiting times, it is quite possible that some people will still forget their appointment.


Could a preventative solution such as a reminder SMS be more beneficial?

SMS reminder, a simple solution!
About 30% of emails are read… but 96% of SMS are read and 90% within pakistan whatsapp list 3 minutes, a reminder the day before the appointment can reduce cancellations by up to 50%. Register for free on our platform or contact one of our experts to learn more.


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Every year 27 million appointments are not honored in France
Integration into your system via API for task automation.
We use an API to connect our platform to your system and in a few clicks your calendar is synchronized, SMS reminders are scheduled and sent automatically before the appointment. An appointment reminder allows your patients to organize themselves differently in order to honor their consultation. Learn more about APIs