How long does it take for a doctor to see a patient?

Average length of visits was 17.4 minutes. The median length of visits was 15.7 minutes. The median talk time by patient was 5.3 minutes, and physician, 5.2 minutes.

Why does it take so long for a doctor to see you?

Why? Because there is limited availability on the schedule so instead of making you wait until the next available appointment which is 3 weeks away you are double or tripled booked at that time slot. Medical provider schedules are usually created in 4 hours blocks with time slots.

How long should you wait to see your doctor?

A study by Press Ganey showed that the average time patients spend waiting to see their health provider is 24 minutes. The research was done back in 2009 and I think new data would show people are typically waiting much longer these days. As you might guess, overall satisfaction drops the longer a person has to wait.

Are people really waiting longer these days for medical appointments?

The research was done back in 2009 and I think new data would show people are typically waiting much longer these days. As you might guess, overall satisfaction drops the longer a person has to wait. Waiting to see a physician is much, much different from waiting for an airplane or a bus.

How can I reduce the wait time at the doctor’s office?

Fewer patients on that day will hopefully mean shorter wait times. When you book your appointment, make sure the doctor won’t just be returning from a vacation or conference, or a period of time out of the office. If the doctor sees children as patients, then try not to book your appointment on a school holiday.

Is it possible to see a doctor on a regular basis?

This is possible for a primary care doctor or a specialist you see on a regular basis for a long-term or chronic condition. It may not be possible for a sub-specialist or a doctor who is in great demand. You’ll have to decide if that particular doctor is worth the wait. You may have no choice.