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Costing complexities in mixed apheresis.

P M Trenchard1

  • 1Welsh Regional Transfusion Centre, Cardiff, U.K.

Transfusion Science
|June 7, 1993
PubMed
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Six cost-accounting methods for mixed apheresis procedures, yielding plasma (PMA) and platelets (PLTs), are presented. The study highlights varying product costs and encourages debate on appropriate financial models for apheresis services.

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Area of Science:

  • Transfusion Medicine
  • Health Economics
  • Apheresis Technology

Background:

  • Mixed apheresis procedures yield both plasma (PMA) and platelets (PLTs).
  • Accurate cost apportionment for these dual-product procedures is complex.
  • Existing cost-accounting methods may not fully reflect the clinical science of apheresis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe and evaluate six distinct cost-accounting methods for mixed apheresis procedures.
  • To determine the range of unit costs for PMA and PLTs under different apportionment models.
  • To stimulate discussion among apheresis professionals regarding optimal costing strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Application of six cost-accounting methodologies to a representative mixed apheresis procedure cost ($156.02).

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  • Calculation of unit costs for plasma (PMA) and platelets (PLTs) for each method.
  • Analysis of the inverse relationship between PMA and PLT unit costs across methods.

    • Main Results:

    • Unit platelet (PLT) costs varied significantly, ranging from $14.10 to $52.00.
    • Corresponding unit plasma (PMA) costs ranged from $73.84 down to $0.00.
    • Two methods were identified as potentially more suitable depending on procedural focus (PLT-predominant vs. equal PMA+PLT focus).

    Conclusions:

    • The choice of cost-accounting method significantly impacts the perceived cost of PMA and PLTs from mixed apheresis.
    • Further dialogue and refinement of costing models are needed to align financial accounting with clinical apheresis principles.
    • Establishing standardized, scientifically-grounded costing models is crucial for accurate service valuation.