You hear good customer service talked about all the time. In fact, no matter how much you hear it, it always seems to need working on. There’s no doubt that outstanding service is the cornerstone of any medical practice. So why, after all this time, does it still feel elusive? The answer may lie in a system.
It’s automated
Great customer service doesn’t just happen on its own. It’s all about anticipating patient needs and then meeting – or even exceeding – them. And that’s not something that results from a few tweaks to your practice. Having automated systems, such as a call service, means many of your patients’ problems are already handled by the time they reach you.
It’s cohesive
Delivering customer service also depends on a team: the physician, plus their support staff. Each may have a different way of approaching customer issues, which can lead to gaps in service. But with a cohesive system, things like a call service bring everyone together – and up to speed – at the same time, in the same way.
It’s the future
Not only are systems such as call services becoming more popular, they’re becoming the norm. Your practice – and customer service skills – may begin to look outdated if you don’t have them. So, ride the wave of the future: get a system in place for your patients today.