Case Study: Fairview Health Services builds a robust laboratory stewardship program with ARUP Healthcare Advisory Services

Fairview Health Services builds a laboratory stewardship program with ARUP Laboratories, reducing daily CBC and MP repeats by 90% and 75%

Fairview Health Services, a Midwestern health system, sought to improve its laboratory ordering practices to support appropriate care and optimize resources. They partnered with ARUP Laboratories and its Healthcare Advisory Services to establish a dynamic laboratory stewardship committee and gain an integrated data source to inform their efforts.

ARUP Healthcare Advisory Services provided consultants who recommended a governance structure and delivered a comprehensive data solution using ARUP AnalyticsDx™ Comprehensive. This enabled the committee to analyze system data, identify opportunities, and prioritize interventions. As a result, Fairview launched several impactful initiatives, including changes to daily lab ordering that addressed duplicate testing and the creation of a systemwide continuity of care committee. The partnership provided the high-level perspective and consistent momentum needed to make the committee a robust engine for positive change.

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