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January 22, 2025
RESPIRATORY HEALTH
Whitepaper
In-house PCR testing: Clinical leaders explore the ripple effects on patient care, financial health, and the workforce
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, antigen-based testing for infectious diseases was the norm in clinics and physicians’ offices.
But today — thanks to technology — gold-standard PCR testing is easy and affordable to administer at the point of care for a wide range of health concerns. Many patients and families even request this type of diagnostic test by name. Further, the speed and accuracy of point-of-care PCR tests can unlock the ability to enhance patient satisfaction, streamline operations, and reduce costs — all wins for today’s overburdened provider organizations.
Becker’s Healthcare recently spoke with Chrysa Charno, PA-C, CEO/clinical director, AcuteKids Urgent Care in Rochester and Webster, N.Y., and Dov Shapiro, M.D., managing physician, Associated Pediatric Partners in Northbrook and Buffalo Grove, to learn more about the value that in-house PCR testing platforms are delivering to healthcare organizations.
