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Blood transfusion costs: a multicenter study.

J M Forbes1, M D Anderson, G F Anderson

  • 1Northfield Laboratories, Inc., Evanston, Illinois.

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The average hospital cost for a blood transfusion is $155 per unit, with laboratory tests being the largest expense. Costs vary significantly based on location and services used.

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Economics
  • Transfusion Medicine
  • Hospital Administration

Background:

  • Blood transfusions are a critical component of patient care in hospitals.
  • Understanding the full cost of blood delivery is essential for healthcare management.
  • Previous analyses have not comprehensively detailed hospital-specific transfusion costs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the average hospital cost per unit of blood (whole blood or red cells) transfused.
  • To identify the components contributing to the total cost of blood delivery within hospitals.
  • To analyze the variability in transfusion costs across different hospital settings.

Main Methods:

  • A study was conducted in 19 United States teaching hospitals.
  • Hospital acquisition costs were based on regional blood center prices.

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  • Costs for handling, testing, and administration were added to acquisition prices.

    • Main Results:

    • The average hospital cost per unit transfused was $155; the average patient charge was $219.
    • Acquisition cost represented 37% of the total hospital cost.
    • Laboratory tests (43%), blood bank handling (13%), and administration (7%) comprised the remaining 63% of hospital costs.

    Conclusions:

    • Significant variations in blood transfusion costs exist among hospitals.
    • Geographic location, blood product type, service pricing, and testing frequency influence cost variability.
    • This study provides valuable data for healthcare cost analysis, particularly for transfusion-dependent patients.