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AI phone system at ECMC hospital causes patient frustration and medication renewal issues

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ECMC hospital in Buffalo has implemented an AI-based phone auto-attendant system that has caused significant patient frustration. The system promises responses within 7-10 days for messages left, and it prevents direct connection to doctor's office staff. This is particularly problematic for patients needing to renew life-saving medications within tight 3-day windows, as the AI system's delays and inability to facilitate proper submission to insurance can jeopardize their treatment. AI

IMPACT AI-driven customer service systems can negatively impact user experience and access to critical services if not properly implemented.

RANK_REASON AI-adjacent product launch (an automated phone system) with negative user impact.

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AI phone system at ECMC hospital causes patient frustration and medication renewal issues

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    # ECMC hospital in # Buffalo just went over to an # AI based phone auto-attendant. It promises a response in 7-10 days if you leave a message, and refuses to co

    # ECMC hospital in # Buffalo just went over to an # AI based phone auto-attendant. It promises a response in 7-10 days if you leave a message, and refuses to connect patients to their doctor's office staff. Specific life saving medications can have a 3 day window for 30 day renew…

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