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Keep the lines open

November 1, 2006
Sheila Grosdidier, RVT

Q: How many incoming phone lines does my practice need for each veterinarian?

Q How many incoming phone lines does my practice need for each veterinarian?

Sheila Grosdidier, RVT, a consultant with VMC Inc. in Evergreen Colo., offers these general phone line rules.

1. Plan for one phone line for each full-time veterinarian, plus one. "So, if you have three full-time veterinarians, you generally need four phone lines," she says.

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2. Consider a line utilization study. Many phone companies will do one if asked. "This study analyzes the call volume on your lines in 30-minute increments and highlights the need for additional lines or other phone services such as DSL," Grosdidier says.

3. Don't split a phone line with a credit card machine. "You don't want to be without the ability to process charges when you need it," she says.

4. Don't ignore a busy signal. "If you hear clients are getting a busy signal, consider an additional phone line," says Grosdidier, "before they try another number—like the one for the clinic down the street."

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Grosdidier says to remember that these are general guidelines—and that the phone company can be a great resource for helping you get the most out of your phone system.

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