Improve Appropriate Referral of Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS) in Diagnostic Radiology TTSH
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2022
To increase appropriate referrals for CEUS from 33% to >75% in 6 months. CEUS referral accuracy improved, optimizing resources and reducing wait times.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Access To Care, Referral Rate
About this Content
Aims
To increase appropriate referrals for CEUS from 33% to >75% in 6 months.
Background
Inappropriate referrals led to wasted time and resources, including longer patient wait times.
Methods
Implemented PDSA cycles targeting knowledge gaps across radiologists, urologists, and sonographers, with education and workflow revisions.
Results
Appropriate CEUS referrals increased to 80%. Cost avoidance achieved: $16,800 annually.
Conclusion
CEUS referral accuracy improved, optimizing resources and reducing wait times.
Lessons Learnt
Education and workflow changes are critical for sustaining referral accuracy.
Additional Information
Awarded NHG Quality Day 2022 Merit Award.
Keywords
CEUS, Diagnostic Radiology
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Ancillary Care |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Diagnostic Radiography |
Project Lead(s) | Ashutosh Prakash |
Project Member(s) | Ormasa Maria Constancia |
Connect with this contributor!
Adj Asst Prof Ashutosh Prakash - ashutosh_prakash@ttsh.com.sg