Which report provides a preview of the availability of appointments by appointment type and by provider within a clinic on a given date and time?

The Next Available Appointment Report is designed to give a clear and concise overview of appointment availability within a clinic. It specifically highlights the openings for various appointment types and identifies which providers have availability on specific dates and times. This is essential for efficient scheduling and helps in managing patient access to healthcare services.

By utilizing this report, healthcare managers and staff can quickly determine when patients can be scheduled, thereby enhancing patient satisfaction and ensuring that providers' time is utilized optimally. The ability to visualize appointment availability aids in planning and making informed decisions about patient flow and resource allocation.

In contrast, other reports such as the clinic workload report primarily focus on the overall workload rather than specific appointments and availability. The non-show statistical report focuses on tracking and analyzing patient no-show rates, while the patient cancellation statistical report evaluates patient-initiated cancellations. These reports do not serve the same purpose of providing immediate visibility into future appointment slots and scheduling capabilities.