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Why aren’t people going to the doctor?

The longer it takes to get a doctor's appointment, the more discontent people feel. A 26-day wait, which is common, can lead people to forego medical care until it's urgent and unavoidable. Accolade helps improve healthcare wait times and outcomes.

Why aren’t people going to the doctor?

Long waits are frustrating, but fixable

With Accolade, members can schedule same-day appointments. That means they’re no longer forced to wait four weeks to see a doctor or opt for high-cost ER care. Our one-pager helps explain how employers can reduce the risk of frustrating waits, worsening conditions, and negative outcomes with connected, caring healthcare experiences. Download it now.

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One-pager

Long wait times are hurting employees and employers

A large part of lost productivity happens when people are at work, but not fully functioning. Yet, if an employee makes an appointment the day their pain begins, it can take 26 days to see a doctor. That may leave them suffering and listless for weeks...

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One-pager

What delayed healthcare is costing employers

Studies show that people often wait 26 days or more to see a doctor. That means your employees may suffer for weeks while sick or in pain. How do such long healthcare wait times affect your organization, and what can you do about it?...

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One-pager

Stop missing life’s precious moments

Having to wait nearly a month to see a doctor is frustrating. Not only do you feel unwell, but your illness may also be forcing you to miss once-in-a-lifetime events. Accolade can reduce healthcare wait times and help people get back to living...

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