Well, this is not the first time we came across such requests in this marketplace.The usefulness & success of Practo has made a positive impact on many of the startup & entrepreneurial minds.And to help these entrepreneurial spirits, I have composed this blog.
From cost to features, everything that you need to know to get a proper Doctor appointment booking marketplace system is mentioned here.Since Practo(India) and Zocdoc(US) is a leading name in the appointment booking marketplace, I am referring to this tried and tested care delivery approach to establish your appointment marketplace system.What it takes to be a Practo/Zocdoc like appA Practo-like app works in three stages.
This will let you understand the concept well and help in projecting your idea into the implementation phase.To begin with, let’s have a look at business models used in doctor appointment marketplace system:The Patient The DoctorThe RegistrationThe Doctors need to register at this marketplace for visibility, while the patient/users can book an appointment with no additional charge.What are the Main Features of Doctor’s Appointment App like Practo/Zocdoc?While the app was targeted to ease the appointment booking hurdles for patients, it has extended to provide more and more convenience to the patients while providing better exposure to the practitioners/doctors.Some of the key features of doctor appointment app are:Online doctor appointment bookingText-based chat and phone call facilityOnline ordering of medicinesMedicines deliveryMedical record storageBlog with health expert insightsConvenient and smart search engine to use the map to find doctors and the insurance network.Apart from these features, patients can book a lab test, and consult doctors via chat or a video call.
This becomes a bliss for working professionals who can book an appointment at their convenient time.How does Practo make money?Practo/Zocdoc is a patient-centric model.
Practitioners and Doctors have to pay a certain amount per month for the standard/ premium subscription.Practo Reach – It is free for patients.
Even though you build something useful, people tend to lose interest if they encounter any complex layout or navigation to proceed further.Hence, Try to develop a simple yet impressive app to bring a smooth and delightful user experience.Data SecurityIn Today’s scenario, data privacy is what becomes mandatory to sustain in the market.