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Maintenance Protocols Drive Testing Accuracy
Testing quality and equipment accuracy go hand in hand in ACHC-accredited laboratories. Maintenance protocols are essential to reliable…
Credentialing: An ASC Expert’s Perspective
It’s no secret that we believe our experts are the best around. When publications reach out to ACHC for guest articles…
Ensuring Proper Storage and Temperatures for the Blood Bank
Your laboratory blood bank must have a defined system for storing blood and blood products, and adequate refrigerated space for…
Ensuring Personnel Competency at All Levels
Evaluation of competency is expected for all laboratory testing personnel. This occurs at least twice in the first year that…
Temperature, Humidity, and Airflow in Your ASC Operating Rooms
Maintaining optimal temperature, humidity, and airflow in your ambulatory surgery center’s operating rooms isn’t just about comfort; it’s a critical measure…
Building an Annual QAPI Plan That Drives Results
In an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), a Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program is more than just a regulatory requirement.