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Appointment scheduling and reminders

Automatically schedules addiction treatment appointments, sends personalized reminders via multiple channels, and tracks patient responses to reduce no-shows and improve treatment continuity.

Workflow Trigger

Patient requests appointment scheduling through patient portal or staff initiates booking

Visual Flow

Each node represents an automated step. Connections show how data and decisions move through the workflow.

Step-by-Step Breakdown

Detailed explanation of each automated stage in the workflow.

  1. 1
    Trigger

    Appointment request received

    Patient submits appointment request through portal or staff member initiates scheduling for existing patient. System captures patient ID, preferred dates, and treatment type needed.

  2. 2
    Action

    Check provider availability

    System queries EHR for counselor/physician schedules based on patient's treatment plan and provider specialization. Identifies optimal appointment slots within patient preferences.

  3. 3
    Decision

    Evaluate appointment urgency

    System assesses if this is urgent care, routine follow-up, or medication management appointment. Routes high-priority cases for immediate scheduling within 24-48 hours.

  4. 4
    Action

    Confirm appointment booking

    Automatically books appointment in EHR system and sends confirmation to patient via their preferred communication method. Updates treatment schedule and provider calendar.

  5. 5
    Action

    Send multi-channel reminders

    Delivers automated reminders 48 hours, 24 hours, and 2 hours before appointment via SMS, email, or phone based on patient preferences. Includes pre-visit instructions and telehealth links if applicable.

  6. 6
    Action

    Track attendance responses

    Monitors patient confirmations and no-show patterns to identify at-risk patients. Automatically reschedules missed appointments and alerts care team for follow-up outreach.

  7. 7
    Output

    Generate scheduling analytics

    Produces reports on appointment completion rates, no-show patterns by treatment type, and provider utilization. Creates alerts for patients with multiple missed appointments requiring intervention.

Outputs

  • Confirmed appointment with automated reminders
  • Patient attendance tracking dashboard
  • Provider schedule optimization report

Key Metrics

  • Appointment no-show rate reduction
  • Patient treatment continuity score
  • Provider schedule utilization percentage
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