Connecting With a Better PACS in Radiology Solution
It’s not unusual for radiology departments to fall behind on reading cases, especially PET/CT cases.
Many radiologists report being behind on about 20 percent of them, meaning the patient comes to the hospital for a follow-up and the attending physician looks at the file and finds that the radiologists haven’t yet given their interpretation. Due to the limitations of PACS in radiology today, this is not a surprise.
When patient priority levels rapidly change, that change is often not communicated down the line, which is a cause for delays. Hospitals often have little control over this situation and many are yearning for more accountability. For hospital systems that have multiple facilities, the problem can be even greater. The exam workflow process is completely out of alignment.
To help realign the process, some healthcare professionals are relying on worklist software that helps to schedule, delegate and provide some accountability. However, software like this only works if it can be integrated into the hospital’s PACS. Interoperability can be an issue, if not due to the software, then because the layers of previous software that reside on the server, causing an interoperability calamity.
Others are working with antiquated tools, like spreadsheets that capture a great deal of information on patients, but must be entered into the system manually during patient scheduling. This takes time and is prone to human error.
You need problem solving solutions that assist in creating more efficient workflow, improve communication, offer seamless and portable access, easily manage prior exams, and allow for offsite archiving. Fortunately, OffSite Image Management, Inc. has come up with a solution that does all of that and more.
Telerad360 ensures that no exam ever gets lost. It also gives users the accountability and ownership they’ve been looking for. Telerad360 is a new teleradiology platform that takes the fear of sending a radiology exam out and never getting it back.
At OffSite, we’ve established comprehensive services to assist radiologists meet the customers’ needs. Our clients include hospitals, clinics and imaging centers that have all connected to Telerad360 to more efficiently manage their workflow. One of the perks for these users is that none of them have to invest in new hardware or software. All they need is a subscription to Telerad360.
Here are some of the features you’ll find in Telerad360:
- Integrated RIS
- Voice recognition
- Report distribution
- Mobile friendly functionality and design
- Cloud PACS with browser agnostic viewer
Not many companies offer voice recognition technology, but OffSite is accustomed to being ahead of the curve when it comes to radiology IT. We’ve also been an industry leader in providing a mobile-friendly platform for clients, which is also part of the deal when you sign up with Telerad360. Contact us today and let’s talk about our comprehensive services and how they can improve your workflow.