HealthLynked (OTCQB:HLYK) has launched a new update to its website and mobile apps with enhanced search functionality for patients who prefer online or app-based appointment booking.
In a statement, HealthLynked (OTCQB:HLYK) cited research showing 67% of patients prefer online or app-based appointment booking, with 40% of bookings occurring after regular business hours.
Key features of the update include a refined provider search algorithm with new filters for date and time, allowing users to choose their preferred appointment slot before initiating the search.
This facilitates faster and more convenient appointment booking, providing HealthLynked (OTCQB:HLYK) members with 24/7 access.
Another addition is a geolocation-driven distance filter that allows users to narrow their search based on proximity, making it easier to find doctors and practices near their current location.
And the introduction of provider ratings as a search criterion enables patients to make more informed decisions. Nearly 75% of patients rely on reviews when selecting a doctor, according to HealthLynked.
Improved filtering options streamline the process of switching between doctors or practices without navigating to another page, reducing search time and enhancing efficiency.
HealthLynked CEO Michael Dent called the new search functionality a “game-changer” in the company’s mission to personalize healthcare.
“By making it easier for patients to find the right providers, book appointments swiftly, and access essential information, we are not just enhancing user experience but also significantly contributing to better healthcare outcomes."
Chris Hall, CTO of HealthLynked, highlighted the company's commitment to leveraging technology for healthcare improvement.
“The advanced features and user-friendly design of our platform are aimed at meeting the evolving needs of patients and providers, ensuring that HealthLynked remains at the forefront of healthcare innovation."
Naples, Florida-based HealthLynked aims to enhance healthcare by facilitating the efficient exchange of medical information through its cloud-based HealthLynked Network, empowering members to manage their health data securely. Healthcare providers in the network gain improved patient care and operational insights, with preferred providers utilizing HealthLynked's marketing tools to enhance patient engagement, compliance, and scheduling optimization by claiming their profiles and completing necessary steps to become in-network providers.