Workflow Recipe5 Steps
Appointment Reminder Sequence

Muhammad Daud Khan
Systems Architect • Updated recently
Appointment Reminder Sequence
Trigger: Appointment Scheduled
Automated reminders reduce no-shows by 25-40%. Multi-touchpoint sequence to maximize attendance.
Automated reminders reduce no-shows by 25-40%. This multi-touchpoint sequence maximises attendance.
How it works
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Triggers when an appointment is scheduled.
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Immediately: Send confirmation email with appointment details, directions, and prep instructions.
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24 hours before: Send SMS reminder: "Hi [First Name], just a reminder about your appointment tomorrow at [Time]. Reply YES to confirm or call us to reschedule."
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If no reply in 4 hours: Send follow-up SMS.
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2 hours before: Send final SMS with directions and any last-minute instructions.
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If reply contains "reschedule" or "cancel": Trigger a branch that opens the calendar for rescheduling.
Tags:CalendarsReminders