The No-Show Epidemic
What research says (10–20% of patients don’t show up, plus 5–12% of canceled appointments by physicians) and how predictive AI changes the game
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Healthcare systems worldwide face a persistent structural challenge that undermines operational efficiency and patient care delivery: the epidemic of missed appointments. Research consistently reveals that 10-20% of patients fail to attend their scheduled appointments, while physician-initiated cancellations account for an additional 5-12% of disrupted appointments. This dual …