The site offers the unique service of helping patients find a doctor near them. Users can search from a network of nearly 700,000 doctors across the United States.
By entering a zip code and the specialty of interest, users can find the physician closest to their home. By using the advanced search option, users can combine different criteria such as state, city, specialty, and even specify the specific insurance coverage accepted, making it easier to select the healthcare professional or facility they need. If a user’s doctor is a full member of AppointmentNet.com, appointments can be scheduled and prescriptions can even be filled directly online. The site has also added features that allow users to view their doctor’s schedules online, making it easier to plan their appointments. This way, users get a fast an easy response by e-mail instead of having to hold on phone. The website also provides medical news from the BBC news Health section as well as some medical fun facts. 
