April 23, 2018 — News and Events
Identifying up to 22 different pathogens-in about an hour
Corpus Christi, Texas, April 23, 2018 / PRNewswire/ — Physicians Premier ER now offers the FilmArray® Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Panels from BioFireDX— both comprehensive tests identifying up to twenty-two viral and bacterial pathogens, with results in about an hour.
Symptoms are often unclear and can lead to unnecessary prescriptions, lengthening the recovery time and causing negative side effects. Whether a patient’s symptoms are being caused by a bacterium or a virus, the results can dramatically affect treatment options. The FilmArray® tests from BioFireDX can identify quickly and accurately what is causing the symptoms and allow the care provider to make reliable treatment plans.
Following a successful trial period, Physicians Premier ER began rolling out these tests to all ER locations statewide. Integrating the BioFireDX panel tests means providing patients with an accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and faster recovery.
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As freestanding 24/7 Emergency Room facilities, Physicians Premier ER offers patients a modern emergency room experience from the moment they walk into the waiting room to paying the bill. Differences include being seen by a board-certified ER doctor, fast lab results on-site, a singular bill for all services provided, a short wait if any, a relaxing environment, and a short-term observation of intense therapy to avoid admissions to hospitals. However, if a patient does need to be admitted, Physicians Premier ER will provide immediate direct admission to the appropriate specialist, floor and hospital.