2021 Annual Conference

Almost half of new diagnosed VTE cases occur during hospitalization.. At UKHC an in-depth review of PSI 12 cases for FY18, 19 and 20 was conducted.  Recurring themes identified in these audits were missed VTE chemoprophylaxis doses and generic “Hold” anticoagulation orders.  A multidisciplinary team implemented a suspend functionality for medication and eliminated generic “hold” orders. The total number of VTE cases decreased from FY18 and 19 decreased from a total number of 54 adn 51 to 39.  Cost avoideance numbers will be applied according to the facility determination of VTE costs per patient.