What is the expected outcome of contacting self-pay patients?

Contacting self-pay patients primarily aims to establish communication about their healthcare coverage options and help them understand how to navigate their insurance choices. This outreach can lead to acquiring necessary coverage, which is crucial for managing their healthcare expenses effectively.

When self-pay patients are contacted, they often are unaware of potential insurance options that could reduce their financial burden. The engagement serves not just to inform them about existing policies but also to guide them through the enrollment process, making it easier for them to shift from self-paying to being covered under an appropriate insurance plan.

Immediate payments, while a goal in some scenarios, are usually not the primary focus of contacting self-pay patients. The objective is to enhance patients' understanding and access to insurance solutions—facilitating the acquisition of necessary coverage that could mitigate future costs. Thus, the emphasis on gaining insurance coverage connects directly to the long-term financial well-being of patients, making it the anticipated outcome of outreach efforts.