The current healthcare landscape requires laboratories to focus on reducing unnecessary testing to reduce costs. During this roundtable discussion session, we will describe the four elements of a successful laboratory stewardship program and how they are foundational to achieving alignment with all clinicians, institution leaders, and patients. The speakers will discuss how their laboratory stewardship programs directly integrate and align with hospital and health system’s strategic goals, including patient safety and quality, access to care, and financial sustainability. We will share examples of the challenges and opportunities related to building and sustaining a program, and ultimately improving patient care related to medically appropriate tests.
Faculty/Authors Allison Chambliss, PhDMonica WellnerPhysician Competencies: Patient Care, Medical Knowledge, Professionalism, Interpersonal Skills CommunicationCME/CMLE Credit: 1.0 Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour Format: Online Educational Activity Accreditation Statement: The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). Credit Designation Statement: The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) designates this journal-based CME activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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Release Date: 09/04/2024Review Date:Expiration Date: 03/06/2025