When you're sick, you'd like to get into the doctor as soon as possible. If the office is all booked, calling between 10 and 11 might score you a same-day appointment.
Over at Prevention, they share some tips from some medical office receptionists. Most people, they say, call first thing in the morning to cancel an appointment, which might leave an opening in the afternoon. If they can't fit you in then, ask to be put on the cancellation list. Most offices have them. They want to fill every available slot.
To get these appointments, you'll need to be flexible. They may say "come in right away," so don't sit around in your PJs at home. Check out the link for other tips on making the most of your next visit to a medical professional.
10 Secrets Every Doctor's Receptionist Knows | Prevention
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