Automated result verification (autoverification) of quantitative urine analysis results: An Improvement in Time And Cost Savings
31 December 2021
Project Categories
Care Process & Redesign
Platform
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
Cluster
SingHealth
Automate verification of quantitative urine analysis results to improve efficiency and save time. Autoverification successfully optimized processes and reduced workload while maintaining quality standards.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Quality Improvement, Productivity, CO2 Waste, Time Saving, Workflow Redesign, Clinical Practice Improvement
About this Content
Aims
Automate verification of quantitative urine analysis results to improve efficiency and save time.
Background
Manual result verification was time-consuming, requiring significant manpower due to the high volume of tests.
Methods
Implemented autoverification criteria, tested algorithm accuracy, and audited results post-implementation.
Results
Achieved an 81% autoverification rate, saving 14,480 hours annually and reducing manpower costs equivalent to 6.6 FTE.
Conclusion
Autoverification successfully optimized processes and reduced workload while maintaining quality standards.
Lessons Learnt
Automation enhances workflow efficiency, allowing redirection of manpower to more critical tasks.
Additional Information
SHM 2021 Merit Award (Operations Category).
Keywords
Automation, Time Saving, Cost Saving, Laboratory Efficiency
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | Singapore General Hospital |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Urology, Medical ＆ Laboratory Technology, Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Gea Chong Jin |
Project Member(s) | Cheong Woon Ting Priscilia |
Connect with this contributor!
Gea Chong Jin - singaporehealthcaremanagement@singhealth.com.sg