Table 2

Patient satisfaction results for the comparison between advanced access and traditional booking practices: Responses were based on a 5-point Likert scale.

QUESTIONTDFP VALUE (2-TAILED)MEAN DIFFERENCE
How satisfied are you with the current appointment booking at this office?4.136158.985< .0010.39
How would you rate the length of time you waited to get this appointment?2.597166.674.010.26
How would you rate the length of time waiting during today’s visit?5.016443< .0010.51
How would you rate a recent experience getting through to this office by telephone?3.298444.0010.34