You want a test sent where?! Part 1

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You want a test sent where?! Part 1

November 17, 2023

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Sometimes doctors order inpatient reference tests and want them sent to a non-approved reference lab instead of your primary reference lab. These tests are typically a miscellaneous order, non interfaced, and high cost. In this video we explore a possible strategy to help reduce requests for inpatient reference tests to be sent to non-approved laboratories.

Andrew Fletcher

As the former medical director of ARUP Consultative Services, Dr. Andrew Fletcher is focused on laboratory stewardship, laboratory efficiency, and outreach growth. He has experience in leading quality initiatives that enhance organizations’ safety and value and has helped develop laboratory stewardship programs throughout the U.S. Dr. Fletcher has received numerous awards for quality and utilization, including research grants for blood utilization and is the recipient of the 2021 ASCP Choosing Wisely Award.

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