{"product_id":"fta-management","title":"FTA Management Protocol 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFTA Management Protocol 2026 — The Complete System for Managing Failures to Attend and Short-Notice Cancellations in Australian Dental Practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003eA practice with a 8% FTA rate running 5 chairs loses approximately $307,200 in production every year. Every percentage point reduction in your FTA rate goes directly to the bottom line — and most of it is preventable.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFTA Management Protocol 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e is the complete system for managing failures to attend, late cancellations, and short-notice gaps in an Australian dental practice. It covers prevention, same-day gap filling, follow-up, FTA fees, chronic FTA management, and KPI tracking — with ready-to-use scripts, letter templates, and a clear decision framework for every scenario your team will face.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe protocol is structured across 6 parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart 1 — Understanding the Real Cost of FTAs\u003c\/strong\u003e A plain-language breakdown of exactly what your FTA rate is costing the practice in dollar terms — with a calculation framework to run with your team at your next meeting. Includes clear definitions for FTA, short-notice cancellation, late cancellation, chronic FTA patient, and gap filling.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart 2 — Prevention: Reducing FTAs Before They Happen\u003c\/strong\u003e The four prevention mechanisms that produce the most consistent results: automated 48-hour confirmation SMS (with template), morning confirmation calls for unconfirmed appointments (with script), maintaining a short-notice availability list, and deposit policy for high-risk appointments — including a word-for-word script for requesting a deposit at the time of booking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart 3 — Same-Day Gap Filling When an FTA or Cancellation Occurs\u003c\/strong\u003e A step-by-step process for the first 15 minutes after a gap opens — marking the appointment correctly in software, working the short-notice list (with call script), following up outstanding treatment plans (with script), and using unfilled gaps productively rather than letting them become downtime.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart 4 — Following Up After an FTA\u003c\/strong\u003e Every FTA requires a follow-up — a warm, genuine call within 24 hours (with separate scripts for first FTA and repeat FTA patients) and a same-day FTA letter or email (template included). Patients who receive a follow-up almost always rebook. Patients who don't, rarely return.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart 5 — FTA and Short-Notice Cancellation Fees\u003c\/strong\u003e A complete decision framework for when to charge, when to waive, and how to communicate the policy — covering FTAs with no contact, same-day cancellations, late cancellations, genuine emergencies, and chronic FTA patients. Includes a script for stating the cancellation policy at the time of booking and guidance on how to inform patients before a fee can be applied.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart 6 — FTA KPIs and Reporting\u003c\/strong\u003e Six key KPIs with targets: FTA rate (below 5%), short-notice cancellation rate (below 8%), gap fill rate (above 60%), FTA follow-up call completion rate (100%), 48-hour SMS confirmation send rate (100%), and chronic FTA patient count — with guidance on where to find each metric.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady-to-use scripts and templates included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003e48-hour confirmation SMS template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eMorning confirmation call script (confirmed, cannot make it, voicemail)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eShort-notice list gap filling call script\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eOutstanding treatment gap filling call script\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eFTA follow-up call scripts (first FTA and repeat FTA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eFTA letter \/ email template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eCancellation policy script for new patient bookings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eDeposit request script for long appointments and chronic FTA patients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this is for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003ePractice Managers who want a written, consistent FTA management system across the whole team\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eFront Office Coordinators who need clear scripts and processes for handling FTAs and cancellations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003ePractice Owners who want to reduce revenue leakage from missed appointments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"u-break-words ps-[2px] hide-loading-dot\"\u003eAny practice where FTAs are handled inconsistently or not followed up at all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e📄 \u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11-page editable Microsoft Word document (.docx) — fully customisable with your practice name, dentist names, phone number, and fee amounts\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e⬇️ \u003cstrong\u003eInstant digital download\u003c\/strong\u003e — available immediately after purchase\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"py-[3px] whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words\"\u003e🦷 \u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Australian dental practices\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Resolve Dental Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53764292837740,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/9657\/6876\/files\/photo_reception_1_6d6d01f5-c83e-46ef-8874-539c90350017.png?v=1778760181","url":"https:\/\/www.resolvedentalconsultancy.com.au\/products\/fta-management","provider":"Resolve Dental Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}