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Implementing time-driven activity-based costing improved MR enterography efficiency by optimizing workflows and reducing costs. This enhanced patient care and staff satisfaction through a multidisciplinary problem-solving approach.

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MR TDABC efficiency enterography time-driven activity-based costing

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Area of Science:

Radiology and Imaging
Healthcare Management
Process Improvement

Background:

MR enterography is a crucial diagnostic tool.
Optimizing workflow efficiency is essential for cost-effective patient care.
Previous methods lacked accurate cost-identification for MR enterography.

Purpose of the Study:

To enhance efficiency in Magnetic Resonance (MR) enterography procedures.
To apply time-driven activity-based costing (TDABC) for process optimization.
To accurately identify and reduce costs associated with MR enterography.

Main Methods:

A multidisciplinary team was assembled to map and analyze the MR enterography process.
Time-driven activity-based costing methodology was employed to calculate costs.
Workflow modifications, including glucagon administration reassignment, were implemented and monitored using plan-do-study-act cycles and run charts.

Main Results:

The TDABC methodology enabled precise cost identification for MR enterography.
Process modifications led to a 13% reduction in non-value-added steps and cost.
Staff time decreased by 16%, and patient process time was reduced by 17%.

Conclusions:

The implemented process successfully addressed workflow inefficiencies in MR enterography.
A multidisciplinary team approach and structured problem-solving were critical for success.
The study demonstrated significant improvements in efficiency, cost, and patient experience.