Nowadays, the situation prevailing in emergencies is chaotic. Now is the time to change this, making the lives of both doctors and patients better. The solution to forecasting patient flow and improve emergency healthcare is ERTriage by carepoi.
What is Ertriage?
ERTriage is an effective artificial intelligence (AI) system that can help emergency room (ER) doctors and/or nurses decide the best approach for incoming patients. It enhances decision-making by combining clinical protocols with advanced machine learning (ML) algorithms. Unlike simple questionnaires, it supports real-time exams using globally accepted protocols such as:
- ESI (Emergency Severity Index)
- HEART (Chest Pain Protocol)
- NEWS (National Early Warning Score)
- ROSIER (Stroke Recognition)
ERTriage promises to perform better than the existing situation because it provides several specialized functions.
In particular, the rapid and accurate analysis of massive amounts of patient data enables improved and more accurate decision-making. In addition, the provision of triage tools that use artificial intelligence offer efficiency and speed in emergencies. That is, the rapid evaluation of the patient’s symptoms, medical history and other relevant factors leads to a more immediate assessment of the patient’s condition.
Additionally, ML algorithms can be trained on historical data to predict the severity of patient conditions and identify those at risk of worsening. Which can help ED staff proactively manage patient flow, efficiently allocate resources, and respond more effectively to emergencies. Although,advanced data analytics can enable EDs to assess patients with a more comprehensive understanding of their health status.
Benefits of ERTriage
1.Optimize workflow
ERtriage has the potential to double the amount of patients providers can see. Typically, triage providers see 4-5 patients per hour, but with the AI triage model, the workflow improves to allow more patients per hour without negatively impacting quality.
2.Increases Flexibility
Remote providers allow for more coverage flexibility than their in-person counterparts. Hospitals that see fewer patients in the ED can’t always afford to have a dedicated provider-in-triage. Triage system powered by AI, allows for providers to cover more than one hospital at a time, making the program available to hospitals of all sizes.
The ERtriage option also works well for flexing up during high volume times. EDs can immediately request another provider and get extra assistance without calling anyone in, keeping performance metrics stable across demand shifts and increasing patient satisfaction.
3.Enhanced Patient Safety and Patient Experience
Doctors are able to address many patient concerns quickly, improving metrics with reduced times.When patients are seen more quickly, and there is a new avenue for reassessment opportunities, both patient safety and patient experience see significant improvements.
4.Improved Health care coordination
Patients often perceive their care as disjointed and fragmented, with nearly half of patients citing concerns about poor communication and having to explain their symptoms many times to different provider staff members. ERTriage creates an individual patient care profile, including disease risk factors and past medical history, enabling efficient communication to support better coordination and continuity of interdisciplinary care.
Accuracy rates
In under a minute, ERTriage module collects roughly 55 clinical decision points and analyzes them with advanced algorithms and Certified Triage Protocols to triage the patient to appropriate care with 97% accuracy.
- It analyzes the exams results (e.g. Blood pressure, ST, QRS etc.) and on/off answers (e.g. ROSIER) and display the AI-based outcome to patient.
- In case of emergency automatically route patients to appropriate care.
Closing thoughts
The impact of ERTriage on emergency department is multifaceted, influencing wait times, clinical decision-making, hospitalization rates, patient safety, and overall satisfaction. By systematically prioritizing patients based on their medical needs, healthcare facilities can enhance the quality of care provided in emergency settings. As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, refining triage protocols and incorporating best practices will be essential in optimizing emergency triage and ensuring the sustainability of healthcare systems.
Ultimately, ERTriage is not just about managing patient flow; it is about ensuring that every patient receives the timely and appropriate care they need to achieve the best possible health outcomes.
