AND LOYALTY
In their annual survey of hospital CEOs, the American College of Healthcare Executives reported Patient Satisfaction was among the top 10 concerns! No surprise, given that hospitals and other providers are now finding their pay directly linked to HCAPHS scores.
Customer satisfaction research is clear - a highly satisfied customer will seek your services again and again, driving growth and profitibilty. In fact, it is estimated that a 5% increase in customer loyalty will increase profit 25-85%!
Healthcare is no exception. But what drives the highest possible satisfaction in healthcare? Three key factors:
Tel-Assurance enabled care drives very satisfied patients! In fact, 85% of our client's patients are highly satisfied with their care. And not only do satisfied patients drive your organization's scores higher on HCAPHS, but you win their loyalty, their repeat business, and they increase your profitability.
According to a survey of public views of the US Healthcare System, the majority of Americans support more accessible, coordinated and well-informed care - Commonwealth Fund Survey, 2008.
Hospital CEO's rank Patient Satisfaction among the top 5 priorities of their organizations - 2011 CEO Survey, American College of Healthcare Executives
"Beginning January 1, there will be three new care transitions questions on the HCAHPS survey," Dr. Amy Boutwell, IHI's STAAR Initiative