Expert Pulmonary Review via Epic Message Pool 

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Questionable lung imaging? Users of the Providence instance of Epic can use “TOC Pulmonary Pool” and get specialist review within 24 hours. 

When to Use 

  • Unexpected chest X-ray or CT findings 
  • Questionable lung nodules or masses 
  • Any pulmonary findings needing expert review, even below typical consult threshold 

Why Use This Pool 

  • 24-hour response time from TOC Pulmonary teams 
  • Direct specialist review preceding formal consult 
  • Expert guidance on findings requiring further action 
  • Seamless interdisciplinary collaboration 
  • No patient charge for collaborative messaging. Patients are billed only if additional services are provided.  

How to Use 

  1. Open the Epic system 
  1. Send a staff message to the pool “TOC Pulmonary Pool” 
  1. Send the patient MRN and a summary of the questionable imaging or diagnostic study 
  1. Attach relevant images or reports if available 

Don’t let uncertainty delay care. Message the “TOC Pulmonary Pool” in Providence Epic for timely pulmonary expertise.