I get it from the provider’s perspective - why even reach out if there was no intention to book.
Some providers ask in their first reply, “Are you looking to set an appointment?” My answer to this is, “Yes I am, if we are a match.” That’s my way of saying, “I’m not out to waste your time, this is a serious inquiry and I will book an appointment with you if we both agree that things will work well between us.”
If things go south from there, I’d know the meeting wasn’t meant to be.