Critical results findings: Prototype system tells you whom to call

December 2, 2008 DiagnosticImaging.com. Critical results findings: Prototype system tells you whom to call By John C. Hayes A prototype system developed by the University of Maryland was able, for a time at least, to dramatically boost and document the communication of critical results findings, according to a presentation Tuesday. It's since been sent back to the drawing board for more work, but points to a solution to a problem that vexes radiologists nationwide. Documenting the communication of critical findings is required by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, but is always problematic for radiology departments. Checking with the physician who referred the patient for imaging frequently finds him or her gone, or no longer in charge of the patient, said Paul Nagy, Ph.D., who presented the paper. Often, trying to find the right person proves to be an exhausting process.

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