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
- Open the Epic system
- Send a staff message to the pool “TOC Pulmonary Pool”
- Send the patient MRN and a summary of the questionable imaging or diagnostic study
- 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.