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The Importance of Patient Access: Explained

4/18/2023

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​The Importance of Patient Access: Explained
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​The Importance of Patient Access: Explained
Patient access is crucial for the success of healthcare providers. In this blog post, we explore what patient access is, why it's important, and how GoHealthcare Practice Solutions can help.

Patient access refers to the process of allowing patients to schedule appointments, access medical records, and communicate with healthcare providers. It's an essential part of healthcare delivery that can greatly impact patient satisfaction, outcomes, and the overall success of healthcare providers. In this blog post, we'll explain why patient access is important and how healthcare providers can improve it.

Improved Patient Satisfaction
Patient access is directly linked to patient satisfaction. Patients who have easy access to healthcare providers are more likely to have a positive experience and to feel satisfied with their care. Patients want to be able to schedule appointments at convenient times, access medical records online, and communicate with healthcare providers easily. By providing these services, healthcare providers can improve patient satisfaction and retention.

Better Outcomes
Patient access can also have a significant impact on patient outcomes. When patients have access to their medical records and can communicate with their healthcare providers easily, they are more likely to follow treatment plans and to adhere to medications. This can lead to better health outcomes and a reduced need for hospitalization or emergency care.

Increased Efficiency
Patient access can also help healthcare providers increase efficiency. By providing online scheduling, patients can schedule appointments without having to call the office. This reduces the amount of time staff spend answering phone calls and scheduling appointments, allowing them to focus on other tasks. Additionally, electronic medical records allow healthcare providers to access patient information quickly, reducing the amount of time spent on administrative tasks.

Compliance with Regulations
Patient access is also important for compliance with healthcare regulations. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires healthcare providers to protect patient information and to provide patients with access to their medical records. By providing patient access to medical records, healthcare providers can ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Competitive Advantage
Finally, patient access can provide healthcare providers with a competitive advantage. In today's healthcare market, patients have a choice of providers. By providing convenient and easy access to healthcare services, providers can attract and retain patients.

GoHealthcare Practice Solutions offers a range of services to help healthcare providers improve patient access. From online scheduling to electronic medical records, GoHealthcare can help providers improve patient satisfaction, outcomes, and efficiency. Contact us today to learn more.

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    • Prior Authorization Services
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    • Medical Scribe Services
    • Coding and Documentation Audit Review
    • ​E/M & Surgical Coding Education and Training
    • RCM FULL SERVICES
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    • 2023 AAOS Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
    • 2023 ASIPP 25th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Interventional Pain Management
    • 2023 Becker's 20th Annual Spine, Orthopedic & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference
    • 2023 FSIPP Annual Conference by FSIPP FSPMR Florida Society Of Interventional Pain Physicians
    • 2023 New York and New Jersey Pain Medicine Symposium
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