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Enhancing Laboratory Operations with MocDoc's Report Amendment Feature 

Published by: Mohammed Siddiq

In the fast-paced and accuracy-driven world of laboratory diagnostics, precise reporting is crucial. Yet, even with stringent quality checks, the need for amending lab reports occasionally arises. Errors in patient demographics or test results can affect patient care, compliance with regulatory standards, and the lab's reputation. Recognizing the significance of this issue, MocDoc has introduced a Report Amendment Feature within its Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to streamline and standardize the amendment process.

This article explores the challenges laboratories face in report amendments, the critical importance of an efficient amendment system, and how MocDoc's new feature provides a seamless and compliant solution.

Challenges in Laboratory Report Amendments 

  1. Compliance with Accreditation Standards Laboratories aiming for accreditation, such as NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories), need to demonstrate robust and traceable processes for report amendments. Manual or unstructured amendment methods often fail to meet these criteria.
  2. Risk of Data Integrity Issues Without a structured amendment process, changes to patient demographics or test results may lack documentation, leading to data integrity concerns and compliance violations.
  3. Workflow Disruptions Amendments typically require multiple approvals and re-verifications. Without a proper system, this process can become chaotic, delaying the release of corrected reports.
  4. Lack of Traceability Laboratories often struggle to maintain clear records of who amended the report, when, and why. This lack of transparency can lead to disputes or non-compliance issues during audits.
  5. Impact on Patient Care Any delay or inaccuracy in correcting lab reports can directly affect clinical decisions, leading to potential harm to the patient.
MocDoc’s Report Amendment Feature: A Revolutionary Solution 

To address these challenges, MocDoc's Report Amendment Feature provides a robust and user-friendly solution, ensuring transparency, compliance, and efficiency.

Key Features of the Report Amendment System

  1. Amendment Trigger after Approval Once a report is approved and dispatched, users can initiate an amendment directly from the lab result entry screen.
  2. Separate Patient Demographics and Result Value Amendments Patient Demographics Amendment Allows modification of specific patient details without affecting previous orders. Updated demographics are highlighted for verification and approval. Result Value Amendment Enables revised test results to be entered with clear indications of the old and amended values, including who made the change and when.
  3. Verification and Approval Workflow All amendments require re-verification and approval by both lab technicians and pathologists, ensuring a meticulous review process.
  4. Detailed Audit Trail A comprehensive record of amendments is maintained, including old and new values, the person who made the change, and the timestamp.
  5. Enhanced Reporting Amended reports include clear notes specifying the nature of the amendment (e.g., patient demographics or result values) and are marked as amended for easy identification.
  6. Accreditation Compliance By providing a traceable and structured amendment process, the feature helps laboratories comply with accreditation standards, boosting their credibility and operational excellence.
Benefits of MocDoc's Report Amendment Feature 

  1. Improved Compliance and Accreditation Readiness The feature aligns with critical accreditation requirements, making it easier for laboratories to demonstrate compliance during audits.
  2. Enhanced Workflow Efficiency By integrating the amendment process into the lab's workflow, MocDoc eliminates manual errors and reduces delays, ensuring timely corrections.
  3. Transparency and Traceability Detailed logs and indications of changes ensure that all stakeholders have a clear understanding of what was amended, why, and by whom.
  4. Better Patient Care Timely and accurate amendments minimize the risk of clinical errors, ensuring patients receive appropriate treatment based on the corrected reports.
  5. Credibility and Trust A structured amendment process enhances the lab's reputation for accuracy and professionalism, fostering trust among clients and healthcare providers.
Conclusion 

In an era where laboratory operations are becoming increasingly digitized and compliance-driven, the ability to amend lab reports efficiently and transparently is paramount. MocDoc's Report Amendment Feature addresses this need by providing a structured, user-friendly, and compliance-ready solution.

By empowering laboratories to handle amendments seamlessly, MocDoc not only improves operational efficiency but also helps labs build credibility, align with accreditation standards, and prioritize patient care.

This feature underscores MocDoc's commitment to innovation and excellence in laboratory management, ensuring that labs are equipped to meet the evolving demands of modern healthcare.

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Introduction:

Managing samples and tracking lab reports efficiently is a core challenge for laboratories, especially when dealing with multiple B2B associates like smaller labs, hospitals, and clinics. Traditional methods of manual documentation, order handling, and sample tracking create inefficiencies, leading to mistakes in patient registration, miscommunications, or even loss of samples and delays in report approvals. These challenges result in increased turnaround times, missed revenue opportunities, and strain on lab resources.

In this article, we explore the problems processing labs face when handling B2B sample transfers and lab reports, and how MocDoc’s B2B Order Request Portal provides an integrated solution that streamlines the entire lifecycle—from sample collection to report approval and tracking—reducing errors and boosting operational efficiency.

The Problem: Inefficiencies in B2B Sample Transfers and Report Tracking

Laboratories commonly encounter several key challenges while dealing with B2B associates, including:

1) Complex and Manual Data Entry: B2B labs, clinics, or hospitals traditionally rely on manual methods for registering patients, filling in test requests, and generating bills. These paper-based or standalone systems lead to:

  • Human error in patient registration and order creation. 
  • Duplicate entries, creating inconsistencies between B2B centers and processing labs. 
  • Delayed communication between the B2B center and the processing lab, resulting in extended turnaround times.
2) Inconsistent Sample Collection and Delivery: Coordination between the processing lab’s runner and the B2B centers can be highly disorganized: 

  • Lack of proper tracking for Test Requisition Forms (TRFs) and samples.
  • Miscommunication or missing samples due to unverified data during collection.
  • Damaged samples due to inadequate tracking from collection to delivery.
3) Billing Errors: Different B2B centers have varying rate plans based on their agreements with the processing labs. Without a streamlined system to apply the correct tariffs, billing errors can occur:

  • Incorrect rate plans applied to patient orders.
  • Revenue losses due to billing inconsistencies and undercharging.
4) Delayed Patient Registration and Lab Report Tracking: Processing labs need to re-enter patient information after verifying samples, delaying the registration and billing process. This not only increases the workload but also impacts:

  • Overall sample processing time. Billing bottlenecks due to late registration.
  • Inefficient report tracking with delays in communicating report statuses between the B2B centers and the processing lab.
The Solution: MocDoc’s B2B Order Request Portal

MocDoc’s B2B Order Request Portal addresses these pain points by integrating every step of the B2B sample transfer process and lab report tracking into a single platform. Here’s how it solves the above issues:

1. Simplified Data Entry & Order Requests 🧾

Problem: Manual entry and inconsistent data. 

Solution: The B2B login portal allows B2B associates to directly enter patient information, select tests, and raise an order request digitally.

Key Features:

  • Patient Registration: B2B centers can input basic patient information through the portal, ensuring that all data is accurately captured.
  • Investigation Requests: B2B centers select the required investigations from a pre-configured list, eliminating the risk of errors.
  • TRF Generation 📋: For each patient, a Test Requisition Form (TRF) is automatically generated, streamlining the process of creating detailed records for sample transfers.
Benefit: Reduces manual errors, saves time, and ensures consistency across B2B centers and the processing lab.

2. Streamlined Sample Collection and TRF Management 🚚

Problem: Disorganized sample collection and lack of proper tracking.

Solution: The runner, equipped with a mobile application, receives exclusive credentials and can mark TRFs as received at each B2B center.

Key Features:

  • Runner’s Role: Runners track the receipt of TRFs and samples in real-time using their mobile app. Every sample is logged and accounted for.
  • Batch Collection: Runners collect TRFs and samples in batches from different B2B centers, reducing the likelihood of sample mismanagement.
  • Live Status Updates 📱: As the runner collects samples from B2B centers, the processing lab receives real-time updates on TRF and sample status, improving transparency.
Benefit: Enhanced tracking ensures that no samples are misplaced or damaged during transfer, increasing accountability and sample integrity.

3. Automated Patient Registration and Billing 💳

Problem: Manual patient registration and inconsistent billing. 

Solution: In the processing lab, the Accession Department can register patients and generate bills in just one click.

Key Features:

  • Patient Auto-Registration: Using the information entered by B2B centers, the processing lab can quickly register the patient upon sample arrival, avoiding data duplication.
  • Rate Plan Mapping 🧮: Each B2B associate is assigned a specific rate plan based on their agreement with the processing lab. Upon patient registration, the system automatically applies the correct tariff to the bill.
  • Quick Billing: Bills are generated instantly upon patient registration, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing for the B2B centers.
Benefit: This feature eliminates billing errors, ensures fair pricing, and significantly reduces registration and billing time.

4. Sample Verification & Processing ✅

Problem: Errors during sample verification and processing delays. 

Solution: Samples are verified against the TRF, and discrepancies such as missing or damaged samples are flagged immediately.

Key Features:

  • Sample Verification Screen: The processing lab’s team verifies the samples, and any discrepancies can be marked (e.g., missing or damaged samples). The system records these issues, allowing for prompt action.
  • Processing Initiation: Once samples are verified, they move into the pending completion section, where lab technicians can access them for testing.
Benefit: This organized workflow reduces the chances of processing the wrong samples and ensures faster completion of lab tests.

5. MRP Receipt Generation for Patients 🧾

Problem: B2B centers need to provide patients with an invoice copy that reflects the MRP (Maximum Retail Price) instead of the discounted B2B rates. 

Solution: MocDoc’s B2B portal offers a feature called PrintMRPReceipt, allowing B2B centers to generate and print an invoice copy for patients with the MRP of the processing lab.

Key Features:

  • MRP Invoice Option: When B2B centers create an order request for a patient, they can choose to print an invoice copy that shows the MRP value of the tests, not the agreed B2B rates.
  • Transparency for Patients: This allows the B2B centers to provide patients with a bill that matches the lab’s standard pricing.
Benefit: Ensures transparency in pricing for patients and helps B2B centers maintain clear billing standards without compromising on agreed-upon rates with the processing lab.

6. Lab Report Status Tracking & Printing 🖨️

Problem: Delays in tracking lab reports and difficulties in managing report approval stages. 

Solution: B2B centers can now track the real-time status of lab reports from their Lab Order Screen, ensuring they are aware of the progress at each stage. When reports are approved, B2B centers can instantly review and print them.

Key Features:

  • Lab Order Screen: The B2B portal offers a Lab Order Screen that allows centers to monitor the status of each order. Reports can be tracked through stages like: Pending Completion Stage: The sample is undergoing testing. Pending Verification Stage: The report is being reviewed. Pending Approval Stage: The report is awaiting final approval. Printed Stage: The report has been approved and is ready for printing.
  • Report Printing: Once approved, B2B centers can print the lab reports directly from the portal for their records or to provide them to the patient.
Benefit: Improves transparency and reduces delays in report delivery, allowing B2B centers to provide patients with timely and accurate reports.

Conclusion: A Seamless Laboratory Workflow with MocDoc

The B2B Order Request Portal from MocDoc revolutionizes the way processing labs interact with their B2B associates. By digitizing patient registration, streamlining sample collection, automating billing, tracking lab report statuses, and offering an MRP receipt option, MocDoc has created a more efficient, error-free system that increases productivity and optimizes operations.

By addressing key pain points, the B2B Order Request Portal reduces manual work, increases transparency, and ensures smooth coordination between B2B centers and processing labs. For labs looking to improve their workflow, reduce turnaround times, and enhance report management, MocDoc offers a reliable and scalable solution.

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Introduction:

In an increasingly diverse society, laboratories must adapt to the linguistic requirements of their patient populations. To improve communication and accessibility, we have introduced a feature that allows lab reports to include test result names in additional languages. This article outlines the innovative changes implemented to support multilingual reporting.

The Challenge: Meeting Language Requirements

As laboratories expand their services, they often face the challenge of effectively communicating with patients who speak different languages. Providing test results in multiple languages is essential for ensuring that all patients understand their medical information, promoting inclusivity and better healthcare outcomes.

The Solution: Additional Language Field in Test Masters

To address this challenge, we have added an Additional Language Field in the test master configuration. Here’s how it works:

1. New Field in Test Masters 🛠️

Implementation: A new text field, labeled Additional Language, has been incorporated next to the existing Result Name field in the test masters.

Functionality:

  • Users can enter the test result name in the required additional language alongside the standard result value.
  • This feature ensures that both the original and translated names appear on the lab reports, enhancing accessibility for patients.
Benefit: This allows laboratories to provide comprehensive test information in a language that resonates with a broader patient demographic.

2. Selective Language Display Using jQuery Configuration 🔧

Customization: To ensure that not all providers require multilingual reports, we implemented a jQuery configuration that controls the visibility of the additional language field based on provider selection.

Functionality:

  • The additional language result will only be displayed on lab reports for specific providers as configured by the laboratory.
  • This selective display ensures that the feature meets the precise needs of the laboratory's clientele.
Benefit: This customization respects the linguistic diversity of patients while maintaining clarity and consistency in reporting practices.

Advantages of the Feature:

  1. Enhanced Understanding 🗣️ Patients receive test results in a language they are comfortable with, improving their comprehension of health information.
  2. Improved Patient Experience 😊 By providing multilingual reports, laboratories foster a welcoming environment for patients, promoting trust and satisfaction.
  3. Selective Language Display 🔍 The use of a jQuery configuration allows labs to control which providers receive multilingual reports, ensuring customization based on specific needs.
  4. Streamlined Operations 📈 Automating the inclusion of additional languages reduces manual errors and administrative burdens, enhancing overall efficiency.
Conclusion: A Step Towards Inclusive Healthcare

The introduction of the Additional Language Field in lab reports marks a significant advancement towards inclusivity in healthcare services. By accommodating the language needs of diverse patient populations, laboratories can enhance understanding, improve communication, and foster better healthcare experiences.

Our commitment to innovation ensures that we continue to meet the evolving needs of our clients and their patients, setting a precedent for future enhancements that prioritize accessibility and inclusivity in laboratory communications.

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Introduction

Accreditation in laboratory testing assures patients and regulatory bodies of a lab’s commitment to accuracy and quality. However, not every test in a lab may be accredited. MocDoc’s new feature addresses this by allowing labs to display accreditation marks selectively, based on each test’s accreditation status. This innovative feature helps labs enhance the credibility of accredited tests without confusing unaccredited tests, making reports clearer and more reliable.

Key Challenges Addressed by Selective Accreditation

In the context of a busy laboratory, displaying accreditation across all tests can lead to misinterpretation. Labs need a way to differentiate between accredited and non-accredited tests, especially in reports where multiple types of tests are displayed together. MocDoc’s solution brings precision to lab reporting by introducing selective accreditation display options, allowing the lab to display accreditation details accurately and clearly.

Introducing MocDoc’s Selective Accreditation Display Feature

The new selective accreditation feature in MocDoc enables labs to:

  • Specify Accreditation Per Test: Labs can mark specific tests as accredited with logos and details, ensuring an accurate representation of accreditation status.
  • Map Accreditation Type and Date: For each test, labs can define the type of accreditation (e.g., NABL, CAP) and the date the accreditation was granted.
  • Configure Display Location: Customize where and how accreditation logos appear on the lab report, with options for individual test-level logos or grouped accredited test sections.
How the Feature Works

  1. Mapping Accreditation in Test Masters In the Test Masters section, each test has an Accreditation field. Here, labs can: Select the accreditation type for a test (e.g., Enable Accreditation, CAP Accreditation). Enter the accreditation start date, which activates the accreditation logo on reports from that date forward.
  2. Displaying Accreditation Logos Once accreditation information is mapped: Individual Test Logo Display: Enabling the "Include Enable Logo" option in Print Configuration displays the accreditation logo next to each accredited test name on the lab report. For example, if there are ten tests, and four are accredited, those four will show the logo next to their names, clearly distinguishing accredited tests from others. Grouped Accreditation Display: For labs that prefer a grouped view, accredited tests can be displayed in a separate section. This feature: Groups accredited tests and prints them together, followed by a separate section for non-accredited tests. Displays the accreditation logo in the report’s top right or bottom left corner (as per configuration), highlighting the accreditation for the relevant section.
  3. Handling Profiles with Mixed Accreditation Status In cases where a profile (e.g., Complete Blood Count) includes multiple investigations with mixed accreditation statuses: The accredited investigations within the profile are grouped with other accredited tests, and the accreditation logo is displayed. Non-accredited tests in the profile are grouped with other non-accredited tests, ensuring a clear distinction.
Configuration Options for Display

MocDoc offers flexible configuration options for displaying the accreditation logo:

  • Logo Placement: The accreditation logo can appear either at the top right or bottom left of the accredited section.
  • Test-Level vs. Section-Level Display: Labs can choose to display logos next to individual test names or group accredited tests together for section-level logos, providing a professional, organized report format.
Key Benefits of MocDoc’s Selective Accreditation Display

  1. Enhanced Report Clarity: Clear distinction between accredited and non-accredited tests ensures accurate information for patients, doctors, and auditors.
  2. Customization and Flexibility: Labs can configure where and how accreditation logos appear, matching their report style and accreditation requirements.
  3. Efficient Validation and Compliance: Labs can easily validate the accreditation status of each test, ensuring compliance with standards without manual checks.
  4. Improved Patient Trust: By showcasing accredited tests, labs enhance transparency, helping patients trust in the accuracy and quality of their diagnostics.
Conclusion

MocDoc’s selective accreditation display feature enables labs to represent their accredited tests accurately and professionally on lab reports, distinguishing between accredited and non-accredited tests. With this feature, laboratories can maintain clarity, compliance, and credibility in their reporting processes, ultimately enhancing both operational efficiency and patient trust.

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Introduction 

Accurate and clear communication of test instructions is crucial in any diagnostic laboratory. Errors in sample collection, miscommunication between billing staff and patients, and uncertainty among phlebotomists about sample requirements can lead to delays, incorrect test results, and an overall inefficient workflow.

To address these challenges, MocDoc has introduced a new Instruction feature across the application, providing structured and accessible details on test-specific requirements and sample collection instructions.

Challenges in Laboratory Workflow

Laboratories face several common challenges that impact efficiency and patient satisfaction:

  1. Lack of Clear Test Instructions for Patients Many tests require fasting, avoiding certain medications, or collecting samples at specific times. However, billing staff often lack immediate access to these details, leading to confusion for patients.
  2. Phlebotomist Confusion About Sample Collection Without precise instructions, phlebotomists may struggle with the correct sample volume, collection timing, and handling procedures. This can lead to sample rejection or the need for repeat collection, causing inconvenience for both the lab and the patient.
  3. Miscommunication Between Billing, Nursing, and Lab Staff Since test instructions were not previously integrated into multiple screens, billing staff and nursing teams had difficulty guiding patients, and lab staff often needed additional clarifications before collecting samples.
  4. Errors Leading to Test Rejections and Delays Incomplete or incorrect sample collection can result in rejected samples, causing delays in patient diagnosis and unnecessary repeat tests.

How MocDoc’s Instruction Feature Solves These Challenges 

With MocDoc’s latest update, a dedicated Instruction section has been added to the Test Master, allowing end users to update detailed information about each test, including sample collection guidelines. This feature ensures that vital instructions are displayed across multiple screens within the application, including:

  • Billing Info Screen – Helps billing staff inform patients about necessary test preparations (e.g., fasting, water intake, medication restrictions).
  • Ward Request Screen – Ensures hospital staff have immediate access to test-specific sample collection guidelines for inpatients.
  • Lab Order Screen – Provides phlebotomists with crucial details, such as required sample volume, collection timing, and handling procedures.
Key Benefits of the Feature

1. Improved Patient Communication

Billing staff can now easily access and relay test-specific instructions to patients, ensuring they are well-prepared for sample collection. This eliminates confusion and enhances patient compliance with pre-test requirements.

2. Streamlined Workflow for Phlebotomists

Phlebotomists can view precise details about sample volume, collection timing, and handling procedures right from the Lab Order screen. This reduces errors and ensures samples are collected correctly the first time.

3. Enhanced Coordination Between Billing, Lab, and Nursing Staff

With instructions seamlessly integrated across screens, different departments can access consistent and accurate information, reducing the need for repeated clarifications and manual note-taking.

4. Reduced Sample Rejections and Retests

Proper sample collection minimizes the risk of errors, ensuring that test results are accurate and reducing the number of rejected samples that require recollection.

Conclusion

MocDoc’s new Instruction feature bridges the communication gap between billing staff, phlebotomists, and patients, leading to a more efficient laboratory workflow. By providing instant access to critical test instructions, this feature enhances patient compliance, reduces errors, and ensures smooth coordination across departments.

With this update, laboratories using MocDoc can expect faster turnaround times, better patient experiences, and a more efficient billing and sample collection process. This is yet another step in MocDoc’s commitment to delivering smart, practical solutions for healthcare providers.

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