Utilization of an Outpatient Integrated Infusion Suite to Decrease Length of Stay, Increase Revenue, and Improve Patient Experience for Elective Chemotherapy Admissions.

Purpose: Reduction of chemotherapy start times (CST) and length of stay (LOS) for elective chemotherapy admissions is a priority. The aim of this project was to improve efficiency of patient care while simultaneously increasing revenue by reducing LOS and transitioning high-cost chemotherapy to the outpatient setting.

Methods: A multidisciplinary quality improvement team proposed building a new outpatient infusion suite in close proximity to the inpatient unit.