New Patient Experience

Capture complete new patient information and schedule in a single call—no follow-up forms or callbacks

When a new patient calls, the AI books their appointment and collects comprehensive intake data in one conversation. Your staff receives a structured intake summary ready to review and file, with demographics and appointment details synced to your EMR.

How it pays back

Faster conversion from call to booked appointment

The AI handles intake questions while booking, so the call doesn't get longer—it gets more productive. New patients complete their intake and leave the call with a confirmed appointment and appointment reminder.

Complete patient record on day one

Your staff doesn't chase new patients for missing information. The AI captures the full intake profile during the initial call and returns it as a structured summary, so your team can review and file it before the patient walks in.

Reduces appointment no-shows

Because new patients have confirmed their appointment, provided insurance, and feel engaged in a real conversation, they're more likely to show up. Your schedule is more reliable.

Better first impression

New patients experience a smooth, professional intake process on the phone. When they arrive, check-in is quick and welcoming—they feel valued, not like they're filling out endless forms.

Complete new patient intake on first call

Demographics, insurance, medical history, medications, allergies captured and structured

Appointment details and demographics sync to EMR

Name, DOB, phone, address, and appointment details automatically recorded in your chart system

Insurance information captured in workflow

Coverage information captured on call and uploaded for staff to verify and file

Ready-to-file summaries

Structured intake summaries organized by section for your staff to review before the appointment

Frequently asked questions

Won't asking new patients all their medical history on the phone make the call too long?

No. The AI asks intelligently and briefly. Most new patient intake calls take 3–5 minutes. Because the questions are part of a natural conversation (not a form), patients don't mind. The call feels shorter than it actually is.

What if a new patient doesn't know some medical history (e.g., childhood surgeries)?

The AI captures 'patient doesn't recall' or 'to be reviewed at visit' and notes it for your clinical staff. Your provider can ask in person or request records. The summary is clear about what's missing.

How do you verify a new patient's identity if they're calling for the first time?

The AI confirms name, date of birth, and phone number. It doesn't require a complex identity verification. Your staff can do a full verification at check-in or call the patient back if anything seems off.

Does the new patient record sync to my EMR immediately?

Appointment details and demographics (name, DOB, phone, address) sync automatically to your EMR. Medical history, insurance information, and chief complaint are returned as a structured summary for your staff to review and file into the patient record.

Can patients update their information if they realize something is wrong after the call?

Yes. They can call back, or you can send them a link to the MedReception patient portal where they can update any information before their appointment. Changes are reflected in the intake summary.

What happens with insurance if a new patient says they don't have coverage?

The AI notes 'self-pay' or 'uninsured' in the intake summary. Your billing staff can follow up about payment options before the visit. The appointment is still booked and confirmed.

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