As you evaluate the Centralization of Call and Clinical Contact Center functions, RoundTable has provided 10 key things to consider!

  1. Balance Centralization with Personalization
  2. Do Not Centralize Broken Workflows
  3. Keep the “Patient” at the Center of the Discussions & Decisions
  4. This is an Investment in Clinical and Operational Infrastructure for the Future
  5. Readiness for “Continuous Improvement”
  6. Drive Towards a Return on Investment
    • Decrease Registration / Eligibility Denials
    • Increase Visit Volumes
    • Evaluate Scheduling Guidelines to Maximize Capacity
  7. Schegistration will Drive Efficiency & Real-Time Eligibility Capabilities is Key
  8. Standardization of Scheduling Templates, Guidelines, and Appointment Types is Critical
  9. Prepare for Difficult Conversations and Over-Communicate with Front Line Teams
  10. Without Provider, Organizational Support and Cultural Readiness the Effort and Good-Intended Approach Will Fail.