Technology is revolutionizing how health practitioners manage patient data, streamline their operations, and enhance team efficiency—and QR Codes play a key role in this transformation.
From medication management and authentication to scheduling appointments, QR Codes can improve the patient experience and support healthcare teams. Explore the examples below to see how QR Codes can make a positive impact on your healthcare center.
Note: The brands and businesses depicted below are fictitious examples.
QR Codes for appointment scheduling and reminders
Imagine if your patients could book or reschedule appointments without having to pick up the phone, and receive timely updates and reminders to help them keep track of their appointments.
Placing QR Codes on your website or printing them on signage at your practice entrances makes it easy for patients to schedule appointments quickly. Once a patient has scheduled the appointment, you can set up automated reminders as the appointment date approaches. Send reminders through text or email to help patients remember their appointments and reduce no-shows.
Provide clear instructions on how to scan the QR Codes around your practice, especially for patients who may not be familiar with this technology.
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QR Codes for patient education and information
Helping patients find the right information has never been more important, especially in the age of self-diagnosis. Pamphlets and brochures are fantastic educational tools that can prepare patients for procedures and ease pre-appointment nerves.
Take it a step further by adding QR Codes to your pamphlets, guiding patients to relevant articles, educational videos, or PDF documents with more information that they can save for later. Patients can easily pull up information on the topic, all with the guidance of their trusted healthcare professional.
QR Codes on educational and informational materials should be at least 2 cm x 2 cm for scannability. For a polished look, try using our Bitly and Canva integration to elevate your pamphlet design.
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QR Codes for patient and visitor management
Still using pen and paper forms in your healthcare center? Now is a good time to explore other options! Manually transferring patient data from paper to computer not only takes up valuable time but can also lead to errors—something you want to avoid in healthcare. Going digital can offer a safer and more accurate way to manage patient data.
QR Codes can make the transition to digital systems seamless for patient and visitor management. Place QR Codes at your entrance so patients can check in and fill out appointment details on a digital form. You can also use QR Codes to let new patients quickly and easily provide their information without the fuss of paperwork. It’s less admin for your staff and a safer way of managing patient data.
Encourage your staff to direct patients to the QR Code for a smooth experience. Displaying a large, easy-to-follow infographic nearby can guide patients through the steps of scanning a QR Code.
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QR Codes for vaccination info and scheduling
Let’s be honest—life can get hectic, and it’s easy for patients to overlook important check-ups, annual tests, or vaccinations. But managing their health shouldn’t be a burden.
Make things easier by adding QR Codes to signs around your practice, in your emails, or even on your website. With a quick scan, patients can easily sign up for reminders and instantly add important dates to their calendars—no more missed appointments or last-minute rushes!
Medical facilities can also use QR Codes to store patient information right after they’ve been vaccinated. The QR Code can be sent directly to the patient’s email for safekeeping, ensuring it’s readily accessible for their next appointment. This streamlined approach enables clinic and doctor’s office staff to quickly verify a patient’s vaccination status without delaying check-ins.
Consider linking QR Codes directly to your appointment booking system and use a call to action (CTA) like “Scan to Schedule Appointment.” This way, patients can effortlessly book vaccination appointments at their convenience. As a result, you can reduce wait times and administrative tasks, allowing staff to focus more on patient care.
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QR Codes for medication management
Those tiny leaflets that come with medication packages are often hard to read and easily misplaced or forgotten. A digital version could make a significant difference, giving patients instant access to essential information right on their phones.
Pharmaceutical companies can take it a step further by adding QR Codes to leaflets or medication packaging and labels. A quick scan could take patients to videos about potential side effects or to documents with important details like medications to avoid while on their prescription, dosage amounts, and how often they should take it. This simple feature makes it much easier for patients to stay informed about their medications.
Guide your customers to access medication information with simple prompts encouraging them to take action. You might use CTAs like “Scan for dosage info” or “Scan for potential side effects.”
