# An ASP-based Solution to the Medical Appointment Scheduling Problem

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2601.04274 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2601.04274/

## Key facts

- No citing papers in the map yet (data through 14 Oct 2026).
- Builds on 2 of its 29 references that are in the map.
- First posted on arXiv 7 Jan 2026.

## Builds on (most cited first, 2 of 2)

- [Clingo = ASP + Control: Preliminary Report](https://mlsanity.com/paper/1405.3694/) (2014)
- [Logic-Based Benders Decomposition in Answer Set Programming for Chronic Outpatients Scheduling](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2305.11969/) (2023)

## Abstract (arXiv)

This paper presents an Answer Set Programming (ASP)-based framework for medical appointment scheduling, aimed at improving efficiency, reducing administrative overhead, and enhancing patient-centered care. The framework personalizes scheduling for vulnerable populations by integrating Blueprint Personas. It ensures real-time availability updates, conflict-free assignments, and seamless interoperability with existing healthcare platforms by centralizing planning operations within an ASP logic model.