Re: [Histonet] contaminating patient requesition forms
We place the requisitions in plastic pages. Keeps the "gunk" off and can be cleaned repeatedly. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Administrative Assistant Lead Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Berlin, VT 05602 (802)371-4923 -Original Message- From: Bryan Llewellyn via Histonet Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 12:59 PM To: Paula ; Histonet Subject: Re: [Histonet] contaminating patient requesition forms This message came from an external source. Please exercise caution when opening any attachments or clicking on links. We used to have a form with two sheets. The front sheet was a "magic carbon" so the patient information was automatically transferred. During booking in of the specimen, we separated the sheets. The back sheet accompanied the specimen for the gross description and the top sheet went directly to the office. The top sheets were retained as they had the original signature. Bryan Llewellyn Paula via Histonet wrote: > Hello..good morning, > > > > Can anyone recommend a creative approach to avoid blood from being > transferred from disposable gloves onto the patient requisition form > during the grossing phase of histology? > > > > I've seen a number of smudge marks and have asked the grossing doctor > to avoid touching the requisition form but she says that is > unavoidable. I've asked her to change out gloves, but she says that is not > practical. > > > > In the meantime, if billing or lab personnel sees this, they will put > on gloves and insert the paperwork inside a protective sleeve cover. > > > > But, what are the types of things the grossing doctor can do to avoid > this transfer besides changing out gloves or avoiding touching the paperwork? > > > > Thank you in advance, > > Paula > > ___ > Histonet mailing list > Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu > https://nam05.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flists > .utsouthwestern.edu%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fhistonetdata=02%7C01%7 > Clynne.bell%40cvmc.org%7C996fbe3a86334c574fc008d7679a00ce%7C5fc09f37dc > 5a489395c0ae3bb5ef18df%7C0%7C0%7C637091783465095697sdata=mphQv5f0 > ycklMOKIpSGkNAZMvIIq4xVpdGO%2FX%2Bxdn%2BY%3Dreserved=0 > ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu https://nam05.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flists.utsouthwestern.edu%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fhistonetdata=02%7C01%7Clynne.bell%40cvmc.org%7C996fbe3a86334c574fc008d7679a00ce%7C5fc09f37dc5a489395c0ae3bb5ef18df%7C0%7C0%7C637091783465095697sdata=mphQv5f0ycklMOKIpSGkNAZMvIIq4xVpdGO%2FX%2Bxdn%2BY%3Dreserved=0 This message and any attachments may contain information that is confidential, privileged and/or protected from disclosure under state and federal laws. If you received this message in error or through inappropriate means, please reply to this message to notify the Sender that the message was received by you in error, and then permanently delete this message from all storage media, without forwarding or retaining a copy. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] expiration dates
My can of Fisherbrand Freeze'it does not have an expiration date on it but I have Cytocool II from Richard-Allan Scientific does have one (it's printed on the bottom of the can). Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Berlin, VT 05641 (802)371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Looking for ribbons for old Surgipath VCP cassette printer
We are still in the dark ages too! We get our ribbons from Mercedes Medical, Item # PAP 79333, 12 ribbons in a box for $48 - much cheaper than Leica! -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Stedman, Nancy Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2015 9:54 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Looking for ribbons for old Surgipath VCP cassette printer Hi everyone - For those of us who are still in the dark ages... have an old Surgipath VCP cassette printer; does anyone know where to get replacement ribbons for these machines these days? Does anyone know who supports these machines anymore? Thanks so much - -Nancy Stedman ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Slides from antibody validation
Following antibody validation studies, do you keep your slides accessible for CAP to peruse during inspection? Has anyone had CAP actually ask to see your slides? I feel that keeping the validation forms, signed off by the medical director, is sufficient, but I would like other opinions. As always, thanks for any and all guidance! Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Berlin, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: Thermo Scientific Embedding Centre Histostar
I have the Histostar embedding center (purchased 9/2012) and have not had any problems with the touch screen. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Berlin, VT 05641 802-371-4923 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Gregoire, Rhonda (MAFRI) Sent: Tuesday, January 21, 2014 1:09 PM To: 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] Thermo Scientific Embedding Centre Histostar We are looking at purchasing a Histostar and would like to know if you have had any trouble with the touch screen? I had to replace the touch screen on our Histocenter 3 because we could no longer navigate the menu with all the lines going thru it. Wanted to know if it was just our bad luck or if anyone else has had the same experience with the touch screen. Thanks Rhonda Gregoire, MLT Supervisor, Clinical Pathology Veterinary Diagnostic Services Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development 545 University Crescent Winnipeg, MB R3T 5S6 phone 204-945-7641 fax 204-945-7646 email rhonda.grego...@gov.mb.camailto:rhonda.grego...@gov.mb.ca ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Help with CPT code 88363 for archived tissue retrieval
I agree, Dr. Cartun. I believe that the CPT Coding book specifically says that it is only a professional charge. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Berlin, VT 05641 802-371-4923 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Richard Cartun Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2013 2:47 PM To: Joyce K. Weems; Mark Tarango; Mike Pence; Natalie Nagy Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] Help with CPT code 88363 for archived tissue retrieval I'm not 100% sure, but I don't think this CPT code has a Technical component. Richard Richard W. Cartun, MS, PhD Director, Histology Immunopathology Director, Biospecimen Collection Programs Assistant Director, Anatomic Pathology Hartford Hospital 80 Seymour Street Hartford, CT 06102 (860) 545-1596 (860) 545-2204 Fax Mike Pence mpe...@grhs.net 1/10/2013 2:27 PM So are you putting the charge thru twice or is the charge for the 88363 divided out into tech and prof.? -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Weems, Joyce K. Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2013 1:06 PM To: 'Mark Tarango'; Natalie Nagy Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] Help with CPT code 88363 for archived tissue retrieval And I should explain the reason I most know this.. our pathologists were denied because the tech charge hadn't been entered yet. So now I make sure the tech charge is entered before sending to the pathologists billing folks. Joyce Weems Pathology Manager 678-843-7376 Phone 678-843-7831 Fax joyce.we...@emoryhealthcare.org www.saintjosephsatlanta.org 5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Road Atlanta, GA 30342 This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Saint Joseph's Hospital and is intended for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). It may contain information that is privileged and confidential. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please delete this message, and reply to the sender regarding the error in a separate email. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Mark Tarango Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2013 2:01 PM To: Natalie Nagy Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] Help with CPT code 88363 for archived tissue retrieval It can't be used to just pull blocks. The slides have to be reviewed and the best block chosen by a pathologist. If there is only one block then the pathologist needs to look at the slides and determine if there is enough tissue for molecular testing. It's a professional charge. Use it on re-accessioned cases for which molecular testing is requested and the best block needs to be chosen. Yes we use it when sending out for Oncotype DX if the case was signed out over 30 days before. Mark On Thu, Jan 10, 2013 at 7:36 AM, Natalie Nagy nagy_nata...@holyokehealth.com wrote: Hi everyone, I just have a question about CPT code 88363, first can it be used for pulling blocks for Oncotype DX testing, also is there a time limit on when this code can be used? Does it have to be within a year, a month, etc...of when the patient account went active? Thanks for all the help, Natalie J. Nagy (HT)ASCP Histology Supervisor Holyoke Medical Center CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This email communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipients named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution or copying of it or its contents is prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please reply to the sender immediately and destroy all copies of this communication and any attachments. For further information regarding Holyoke Medical Center's privacy policy, Please visit our Internet web site at http://www.holyokehealth.com ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet This e-mail message (including any attachments) is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this message (including any attachments) is
RE: [Histonet] CPT CODE
Patti, We use CPT code 88112 - Cytopathology, selective cellular enhancement technique with interpretation (e.g. liquid based slide preparation method) except cervical or vaginal. (CPT 88112) Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Berlin, VT 05641 802-371-4923 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of SHANE NELSON Sent: Thursday, October 27, 2011 2:29 PM To: Histonet Subject: [Histonet] CPT CODE Does anyone know the CPT code for Anal pap smear THANK YOU, PATTI RUBEN-NELSON H.T.(ASCP) nelsonr...@verizon.net CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This message and any included attachments are from Patti Nelson, PNP Laboratory Consultants and are intended only for the addressee. The information contained in this message is confidential and may contain privileged, confidential, proprietary and/or exemption from disclosure under applicable law. Unauthorized forwarding, printing, copying, distribution, or use of such information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you are not the addressee, please promptly delete this message and notify the sender of the delivery error by e-mail or you may call 909-841-9761. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: Methenamine
We get ours from Sigma-Aldrich (it is called Hexamethylenetetramine, ACS reagent) Catalog Number 398160-250G. We received it last May, so I assume that they still make it. Website is http://www.sigmaaldrich.com/united-states.html. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Berlin, VT 05641 802-371-4923 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Pardue, Judith Sent: Wednesday, October 12, 2011 7:12 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Methenamine I have tried to order methenamine and was told they no longer make it. We have tried many different companies that have it listed in their products but when you order it you are told it is no longer available. Does anyone know where we can get it or what is being used in its place. Judith Gale Pardue HT(ASCP), QIHC Histology Supervisor 423-495-5756 Memorial Healthcare System To the world I'm one, to one I'm the world This message and accompanying documents are covered by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act 18 U.S.C. Sections 2510-2521, and contain information intended for the specified individual(s) only. This information is confidential. If you are not the intended recipient or an agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this document in error and that any review, dissemination, copying, or the taking of any action based on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by e-mail, and delete the original message. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Green counterstain problems
We have had this problem before. Make sure that the glacial acetic acid has been added to the light green stock solution. Cured our problem!!! Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Berlin, VT 05641 802-371-4923 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of rg...@bmnet.com Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2011 10:48 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Green counterstain problems Good Morning Histonetters! I've been having a counterstain problem with my GMS and PAS-F. Both stains work as they should until the green counterstain is applied. I cannot get my tissue (control or patient) to uptake the counterstain. I have varied time, temperature, even companies. I have good controls that have been in use for years without problems, until now. Only after an extended -10+ minutes,- can I get a blush of color in them. I've even called the slide company to ask if there has been a change to the charge coating I'm open to suggestions. Thanks! Renee Grow, BA., HT (ASCP) rg...@bmnet.com Histology Supervisor Blount Memorial Hospital 907 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Maryville, TN 37804-5016 (865) 977-4744 (865) 977-5766 Fax This communication may contain protected health information (PHI) that is legally protected from inappropriate disclosure by the Privacy Standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and relevant Tennessee Laws. If you are not the intended recipient, please note that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, you should notify the sender immediately by telephone or by return e-mail and delete this message from your computer. Direct questions to the Blount Memorial Hospital Privacy Officer at 865-977-4675. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Ventana's HER2 Dual ISH DNA Probe Cocktail
Ventana just received FDA approval for the first fully automated diagnostic assay for HER2 gene status determination in breast cancer patients. I do not have a Ventana immunostainer and from what I have been told, it is a closed system and this new probe cocktail could not be used on another stainer, such as the Dako. Is anyone out there in HistoLand using this new cocktail and am I correct that it would not work using the Dako Autostainer. A Ventana rep may contact me with this information also. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center Barre, Vermont 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: p63
I believe the only place you can buy p63 is through Biocare, www.biocare.net. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Supplier for human testis control slides?
I can think of a couple of people I would gladly volunteer. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] HistoGel for cell blocks
One of my pathologists is interested in the pros and cons of HistoGel for cell blocks. I have read the archives and gathered some information for him. He specifically would like to talk to someone that has been using it for some time. Along the same line, what method do you find to be the best for cell blocks? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks! Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center P. O. Box 547 Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Autopsy charge
For outside cases, we charge $1200 for full autopsy, including brain, $950 for full autopsy not including brain and $700 for a partial autopsy (chest only, abdomen only, brain only). Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Technical Specialist, Histology Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Richard Cartun Sent: Thursday, August 05, 2010 12:07 PM To: Histonet Subject: [Histonet] Autopsy charge If you do an autopsy on a patient who has died at home (with no connection to your medical institution) at the request of the family, what do you charge? Thanks. Richard Richard W. Cartun, MS, PhD Director, Histology Immunopathology Director, Biospecimen Collection Programs Assistant Director, Anatomic Pathology Hartford Hospital 80 Seymour Street Hartford, CT 06102 (860) 545-1596 Office (860) 545-2204 Fax ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Paraffin Block Storage
In Vermont we are very frugal. What I have used for more years than I care to remember are pizza boxes from Pizza Hut. Our local Pizza Hut gives them to us for free. They are very sturdy and perfectly fit 11 rows across and approximately 36 blocks per row. I have 20 years of blocks stored this way. Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Technical Specialist, Histology Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Retaining empty containers
We keep all of our empty containers for one week in plastic biohazard buckets and we label them Monday, Tuesday, etc. (same as Rosa). Saving them has saved our butt more than a few times! Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Technical Specialist, Histology Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: AMT Cover
I had this catalog on my desk and everyone that came in to Histology was astounded by the cover. No need for the dorsal lithotomy position! Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Technical Specialist, Histology Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] help
Pretty funny stuff!! I say to try the sodium thio - it removes unreduced silver. Or you could grab a Brillo pad and scrub away! This laugh was just what I needed today. Thank you. Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Technical Specialist, Histology Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] VIP 6
Short and sweet - the best processor available. Love mine ♥! Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Technical Specialist, Histology Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Excelsior Vs. VIP 6
We just purchased a VIP 6 in January. It is wonderful - user friendly, many programming options and Tissue-Tek's reliability with its tissue processors make it the best processor (in my opinion) being sold today. Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Technical Specialist, Histology Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] RE: CPT code 88313 on non-gynecological cases
I would be very interested in a reference on this as well. We do use Diff-Quik stains for air-dried FNA slides. It would be great if we could charge for them!! Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Technical Specialist, Histology Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: Experience with Tissue Tek VIP6 processor
We just installed a Tissue Tek VIP6 processor. So far I love it! Please feel free to email me with any questions. I know that the Histonet is a great resource - they helped lead me to purchasing this unit. Lynne Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Lead Histologist Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Conventional Tissue Processors
We are in the process of purchasing a new tissue processor to replace an aging Tissue-Tek VIP E300. I would love to have opinions on the following processors - Leica ASP300 S, Shandon Excelsior ES, and Tissue-Tek VIP 6. Obviously, reliability is the utmost concern. I would also like to know from those in the New England area how service is for any of these processors. Thank you, Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Lead Histologist Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Diff Quik CPT code
The CPT code for diff-quik for H.pylori is 88313. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Lead Histologist Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Slide and Block Disposal
We do the following for slide and block disposal: Slides are discarded into a rigid, puncture-proof biohazard sharps container and discarded with the regular trash. All paraffin blocks are discarded into the regular trash, as well. I believe I once read that Joe the Toe Nocito remarked that paraffin blocks are not hazardous (infectious) and to prove his point, he licked the block! Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Re: Dragon speech recognition
Our two pathologists have just started using the Dragon speech recognition - the medical version that our hospital had purchased for other physicians. One of our pathologists, in trying out the software, read from a pathology textbook. It never missed a word. We have been using it for approximately three weeks now. It has eliminated a full time position (she had just given her notice one month ago). The other parts of the transcriptionist position have been absorbed by three laboratory secretaries. So far, the pathologists believe that using the Dragon software has decreased our turn around time. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Berlin, VT 05602 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] (no subject)
We purchase our Alcian Yellow kit for Helicobacter from Newcomer Supply, Kit #9130. Phone number is 800-383-7799. They are a wonderful company to deal with and their Alcian Yellow kit works beautifully. Our pathologists love it!! Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Lead Histologist Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: computer order entry - Meditech
We have Meditech here. Our lab secretaries accession all cases - not the individual departments. We do not use OE for this. After the secretaries have ordered the specimens, I do go back into each case to be sure that the correct tissue description and CPT code have been entered. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center P. O. Box 547 Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] A Friday afternoon Funny for the H-net folks :)
Thanks, Cheryl! That's just what we needed after the week we have had here on the Histonet. Lynne Bell, HT(ASCP) Central Vermont Hospital 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 (802)371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Compromised specimens
When our histology lab receives a compromised specimen (not labeled with patient's name, wrong DOB, no label whatsoever, etc) we have the offending party correct the error and fill out an accountability form accepting full responsibility for the identification of the specimen. We then scan the accountability form into the patient's medical record and include the information in the specimen comments section of the pathology record. This information does not print on the official pathology report. My question - should the pathologist include in his/her report the compromised specimen information? Presently, on our clinical lab reports and cytology reports it is included - simply saying Compromised Specimen. Our pathologists historically have not wanted to include this in the official pathology report and I feel that it should be in there - sort of a cover your butt addendum. I'm curious what other hospitals do!! Thanks in advance, Lynne A. Bell, HT (ASCP) Lead Histologist Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
