Reduce no-shows and cancellations. Truly satisfied parents and patients have a high level of trust in the practice and are more likely to not only keep their appointments but also be on time. Examine appointment failures and determine if they can be reduced. In all likelihood, they can—by emphasizing the value of the appointment during all parent and patient interactions, including confirmation calls.

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