Laboratory Stewardship: Overutilization, Underutilization, and Everything In-between

Course overview

In this session, we will discuss the merits of developing a robust laboratory stewardship program in a health system. While most recognize test overutilization as a problem in healthcare, underutilization and misutilization are just as important to address as part of laboratory stewardship. The panel will describe and debate the merits of various approaches to laboratory utilization, the value of identifying and engaging the appropriate stakeholders, and why this matters as we transition from a fee-for-service environment to value based healthcare.