Barbara
Test results not received in a timely manner
Ohio Health has contracted with Quest Diagnostics for approximately 8 months. Prior to that lab work and receiving results were done in house, which resulted in the ability to receive any necessary treatment in a timely manner. Since the change, the amount of time to receive lab results is unreasonable. In the case of an infection, waiting on the results for up to a week delays beginning treatment to receive relief from painful symptoms and a worsening condition. The issue is that lab tests are sent out of state for results. This situation does not support the ability of the physician to effectively treat their patient. Ohio Health needs to reconsider the contract with Quest in order to prioritize the needs of their patients and not the provider.



