Hey everyone! I'm working at a healthcare organization where we schedule billable appointments and group activities for our clients. Recently, we've encountered a frustrating issue where some counselors are inputting fake appointments, claiming clients showed up when they actually didn't. This poses serious risks during audits and compliance checks. We've also spotted overlapping sessions that clearly aren't right.
To tackle this problem, we're in search of a reliable system to verify client attendance—ideally one that records timestamps or uses some form of verification like a kiosk check-in or ID scanning. It would be great if the system could also assist in managing appointments.
Here's what we're considering:
- Off-the-shelf kiosk systems
- Tablet-based check-in apps
- Custom solutions, if they're worth the effort
- Any reliable system that can maintain an audit trail
Has anyone faced a similar issue? What tools or systems do you recommend? I'm sure other organizations in our field have dealt with this too. We just want a way to keep staff accountable while ensuring a smooth experience for our clients. Thanks for your help!
3 Answers
This seems like both an HR and a technical issue. A daily audit of appointments by office staff could be an effective strategy, depending on your current system. It's important to tackle this from multiple angles.
Integrating this check-in process into your EHR system could be a step in the right direction. However, if trust is a major issue, it’s tough to completely prevent gaming the system. Addressing the problem at its root, like addressing HR issues, could be a more effective long-term solution.
You might want to implement a multi-factor authentication system where clients have a token. If you have an app for your organization, consider sending SMS notifications to their phone for check-ins. This could enhance security and accountability.

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