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Pros and Cons of Outsourcing Laboratory Services

Because oncologists are accustomed to timely availability of laboratory results to adjust doses of myelotoxic chemotherapy, many practices have developed in-office laboratory testing for the convenience of both patients and physicians. The physician office laboratory (POL) has been a significant feature of the oncology practice. However, eroding profitability is causing many to examine its fiscal health and explore alternatives, including outsourcing the service.

One practice that transitioned from running a POL to outsourcing is The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD). Based in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, the practice has 12 physicians and five nurse practitioners. "Outsourcing allows us to . . . [Click for More]

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