Adding FAQs
What you'll learn: How to add frequently asked questions and their answers to help your AI respond accurately.
Why Add FAQs?
When you add FAQs:
- The AI knows how to answer common questions
- Callers get consistent, accurate information
- You reduce repetitive questions to staff
- Service quality improves
Accessing the Knowledge Base
- Go to Settings
- Find Knowledge Base or FAQs
- Open the knowledge management area
Adding a New FAQ
Step 1: Write the Question
Enter the question exactly as a caller might ask it:
- "What are your office hours?"
- "Do you accept walk-ins?"
- "How do I prepare for my appointment?"
Step 2: Write the Answer
Provide a clear, complete answer:
- Use conversational language
- Include all relevant details
- Keep it concise but complete
Step 3: Add Variations (if supported)
Include different ways people might ask:
- "When are you open?"
- "What time do you close?"
- "Are you open on Saturday?"
Step 4: Save
- Click Save or Add
- The FAQ is now available to the AI
Good FAQ Examples
Question: "Do you accept my insurance?"
Answer: "We accept most major insurance plans. Please bring your insurance card to your appointment, and we'll verify your coverage. If you'd like to confirm before your visit, you can call during business hours and speak with our billing team."
Question: "How early should I arrive for my appointment?"
Answer: "Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. This allows time for check-in and any paperwork. If you're a new patient, please arrive 20 minutes early to complete your intake forms."
What Makes a Good FAQ
Clear question — Written as a patient would ask
Complete answer — Addresses the question fully
Actionable — Tells the person what to do
Accurate — Contains correct information
Common Categories
Operations
- Hours, locations, parking
- How to reach you
- Emergency contacts
Services
- What you offer
- How to schedule
- What to expect
Policies
- Cancellations
- Payments
- Insurance
Preparation
- Before appointments
- What to bring
- Forms to complete
Updating FAQs
When information changes:
- Find the FAQ that needs updating
- Edit the answer
- Save the changes
- The AI immediately uses the new information
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