Making Better Laboratory Services Decisions - LMDDECSNS12Q.2016
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This activity is intended for pathology laboratory medical directors, section supervisors or managers, and anyone interested in learning more about laboratory management and operations.

Credit Type: CE, CME, SAM, CPD
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Launch Date: December 13, 2016
Expiration Date: December 11, 2019 12:00 AM (ET)
Pricing: Resident Fee: $10.00
MOC Category: Medical Knowledge, Patient Care

Re-Released Activity
This activity was originally released as Medical Knowledge Management Essentials (SAM eligible) and was available between May 26, 2011 and May 22, 2014. The contents were reviewed in December, 2013. The activity was re-released as LMD: Applying Medical Knowledge (SAM eligible) and was available between May 23, 2014 and December 12, 2016. The content was reviewed in June 2016. If you completed the previous version, you are NOT eligible to claim CME/SAM credit for completing this updated version.

Description
In this activity, we work on the premise that the “test” is the fundamental operational unit of the laboratory and that test data provides critical information on how well the lab is performing and consequently on the quality of patient care provided. The careful analysis of this data and your medical knowledge are keys to making decisions about the scope and quality of laboratory services. Through situational scenarios, you will consider several aspects of laboratory services, including reporting results, choosing a reference lab, analyzing test utilization, responding to new test requests, and validating new tests.

Objectives
After completing this SAM eligible activity and post-test, you should be able to:

  1. Describe the process for receiving and processing test orders.
  2. Identify when to use a reference laboratory and how to select the appropriate laboratory.
  3. Discuss how test results are distributed and presented.
  4. Interpret utilization trends and variations in test results and provide guidance on how to use the data.
  5. Use relevant data to assess the value and appropriateness of new tests or instruments to improve patient care and enhance laboratory services.
  6. Review method verification/validation data to determine if test methods meet clinical needs.

CME/CE Information
Accreditation: The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CME Category 1: The College of American Pathologists designates this internet enduring material educational activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CE (Continuing Education for non-physicians): The CAP designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.5 credit(s) of continuing education. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity meets the American Board of Pathology’s (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) requirements for Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs).

This activity is approved for continuing education credit in the states of California and Florida.

The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (CMP) accepts this activity to meet the continuing education requirements.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Section 3 Credit
Accreditation in Canada: This event is an Accredited Self Assessment Program (Section 3) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, approved by the Canadian Association of Pathologists - Association Canadienne des Pathologistes (CAP-APC). You may claim a maximum of 1.5 hour(s) equivalent to 4.5 credit(s).

Passing Requirements
You have a total of three opportunities to take and pass the post-test. If you correctly answer 70% or more of the post-test items, you may claim credit. CME/SAM credit can be applied to the American Board of Pathology (ABP) Self-Assessment Module (SAM) requirements. The AMA requires that you pass the post-test in an enduring program to claim credit; therefore, if you do not pass, you cannot claim credit.

Attention Canadian Participants: You have three opportunities to take and pass the post-test. If you do not pass the post-test after three attempts, you may still claim CPD credit (self-assessment program credits) for this activity. Please contact a representative of the CAP Learning Division at 800-323-4040, Option 1 or education@cap.org with the name of this activity and the date completed to request a Letter of Participation.

Payment Information
To pay with a check, print a copy of this page and send it with your check to the address below. You will be notified when your payment has been processed and you have been registered into the activity.

College of American Pathologists
Education Division
325 Waukegan Road
Northfield, IL 60093-2750

Refund Policy
Refunds will be handled on an exception basis. Please submit your request to the CAP in writing via email at education@cap.org or fax at 847-832-8006.

Technical Requirements
Pop-up blockers must be turned off.

CAP Learning has recognized that some Veteran’s Administration, US Government, and military participants may have difficulty accessing the online assessment portion of this activity. If you experience difficulty or have any questions, please contact a representative of the CAP Learning Division at 800-323-4040, Option 1 or education@cap.org.

Availability
This activity and evaluation is available December 13, 2016 and will expire on December 11, 2019 12:00 AM (ET). You MUST claim credit by this date/time.





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Making Better Laboratory Services Decisions