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Improving patient access.

G Asher1

  • 1Alliance for Quality Advancement, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, USA.

Medical Group Management Journal
|February 6, 1997
PubMed
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Improving patient access and customer service is key for healthcare providers to retain patients and enhance their community standing. Excellence in service, not just clinical care, drives patient loyalty and practice growth.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Management
  • Patient Experience
  • Service Excellence

Background:

  • Patient access and customer service significantly influence a healthcare practice's reputation and patient retention.
  • Many patients leave healthcare providers due to poor access and service experiences, unrelated to clinical quality.
  • Opportunities exist for organizations to differentiate themselves through superior service delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the critical impact of patient access and customer service on healthcare practice success.
  • To identify key dimensions influencing patient access and the customer service experience.
  • To underscore the market potential for healthcare organizations excelling in service delivery.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of factors influencing patient access to medical care.

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  • Evaluation of customer service dimensions in healthcare settings.
  • Review of operational and telecommunication systems affecting patient experience.
  • Examination of provider availability and performance metrics.

    • Main Results:

    • Patient access and service experiences are crucial determinants of practice standing and patient base.
    • Factors like telecommunications, clinic operations, and provider availability directly impact patient retention.
    • Service excellence offers a pathway to market differentiation and growth.

    Conclusions:

    • Healthcare organizations must prioritize patient access and service excellence to thrive.
    • Improving the patient journey, beyond clinical care, is essential for sustained success.
    • Strategic focus on operational efficiency and provider availability can enhance patient loyalty.