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RCS BUSINESS MESSAGING GUIDE / CHAPTER 6
RCS Business Messaging for healthcare
Healthcare providers can use RCS Business Messaging to improve patient care, streamline operations, and foster stronger patient-provider relationships. Learn how.
50%
reduction in missed appointments after implementing appointment reminders sent via messaging channels
30%
increase in patient satisfaction levels when effectively utilizing digital interactions
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Five ways RCS Business Messaging is improving the healthcare experience
- Simplified appointment scheduling: Patients can book appointments directly within RCS Business Messaging conversations. Interactive calendars and suggested time slots make the process both convenient and efficient.
- Efficient pre-visit communication: Send appointment reminders, intake forms, and pre-visit instructions with clear visuals and instructions, minimizing confusion and saving time.
- Accessible test result delivery: Deliver lab results securely with easy-to-understand explanations and embedded visuals. Patients can ask clarifying questions and feel more informed.
- Streamlined prescription management: Facilitate easy prescription refills and reminders, improving medication adherence. Pharmacies can even coordinate delivery options via RCS Business Messaging.
- Enhanced patient education: Share reliable health information, preventative care reminders, and post-procedure follow-up instructions with rich media (images, videos) for better comprehension.
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Create healthcare conversational journeys over RCS Business Messaging
Educate the patient on the next steps
Automate appointment reminders
Send wellbeing messages for patient retention
Automate post-appointment surveys
Re-engage no-shows
Automate recurring appointments
Automate post-diagnosis notes & suggestions
Answer common medication FAQs
Provide pre-operation steps