New Sunquest CoPathPlus 4.0 Sets New Standards For Automation, Workflow Efficiency, Regulatory Compliance, And LIS Integration

Sunquest Information Systems, Inc., a market leader in laboratory information systems, recently announced its new Sunquest CoPathPlus v4.0 anatomic pathology software designed to automate processes and increase workflow efficiency for pathology departments at hospitals and laboratories. This latest version includes numerous new features and technology enhancements seamlessly integrated with its award winning Sunquest's Laboratory Information System. The Sunquest CoPathPlus v4.0 also supports a powerful, add-on module that integrates with the mTuitive xPert for Pathology Software for structured data capture and synoptic reporting. Sunquest CoPathPlus v4.0 is scheduled for release in March 2008.

The new module improves workflow productivity by providing seamless integration to a state-of-the art, structured data capture, synoptic reporting, and expert rules system based on the College of American Pathologists' Cancer Protocols and Checklist. It includes over 70 pre-built electronic templates to effectively reduce errors, help standardize on best operational practices, and assist with regulatory compliances.

"It is important that our organization is able to automate as many processes as possible and reduce redundancies in our workflow between our pathology departments, laboratories, and physicians," said William E. Sabol, director of clinical applications at Health Network Laboratories, a multi-regional medical laboratory with technologically advanced facilities in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. "The integration between Sunquest's CoPathPlus and Sunquest Laboratory software allows us to effectively streamline our operations and ultimately improve the healthcare experience for our patients."

"Maximizing productivity and reducing errors through pathology automation is one of the most important and exciting areas in healthcare today," stated Mike Snow, Chief Technology Officer, Sunquest Information Systems, Inc. "By understanding the needs and priorities of our customers, we were able to develop features in Sunquest CoPathPlus 4.0 that seamlessly integrate with our LIS and provide them with maximum benefits and efficiency."

Sunquest Integrates LIS, Anatomic Pathology, and Synoptic Reporting for Improved Workflow

Sunquest is actively enhancing the Sunquest CoPathPlus anatomic pathology system with numerous new feature enhancements that are tightly integrated with its award-winning Sunquest Laboratory Information System in order to increase productivity and improve workflow for its customers. This new integration with mTuitive will give Sunquest CoPathPlus users an industry-first seamless integration solution between LIS, anatomic pathology, and synoptic reporting.

CoPathPlus 4.0 Feature Highlights - New Interfaces & Regulatory Guideline Assistance

• Ventana Stain Orders Interface - to order Special Stains and send patient data to instrument.
• Sakura/Leica Interface (Leica Microsystems cassette and IPS slide).
• Sakura Tissue (Tek Autowrite cassette and slide).
• Assist with compliance of National Identifier Provider Standard (NPI).
• Reference Lab Integration & Interface via Sunquest LIS.
• Reflex Testing, including Standing Orders.

Key Features & Benefits of Sunquest CoPathPlus and mTuitive xPert Integration

• CAP Protocols and Templates pre-built & maintained by mTuitive.
• Expert System provides multi-layer decision support for consistency and accuracy.
• Structured Data results, captured in CoPathPlus save time with reports and data access.
• Compliance assistance through intelligent reminders and required report fields.
• Access to up-to-date reference material at the pathologist workstation.
• Cost Savings and dramatically reduced transcription requirements.

College of American Pathologists Cancer Protocols

Cancer Centers who maintain accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (ACS CoC) are required to meet minimum data reporting standards for the classification of malignant tumors. The College of American Pathologists (CAP) developed cancer protocols and checklists to assist pathology and oncology departments in meeting the ACS CoC standards. SNOMED International, a Division of the CAP, developed the SNOMED CT encoded versions of these checklists.

About mTuititive xPert Applications
xPert Applications give clinicians and users decision assisting, structured protocols defined by the top experts in their field, along with retrieval and presentation of context-sensitive information and reference material.

About mTuitive, Inc.
mTuitive, Inc. develops data capture and synoptic reporting software to assist health care professionals in recording clinical findings and maintaining compliance with established protocols and guidelines. Our unique method of capturing structured information provides valuable data for pathology, oncology, and cancer staging applications. Established in 2003, mTuitive, Inc. is based in Massachusetts. See us on the Web at www.mtuitive.com .

About Sunquest Information Systems, Inc.
Sunquest Information Systems, Inc., is a market leader in clinical data management with more than 1,200 U.S. hospitals and commercial laboratories worldwide. For over twenty-five years, the company has been dedicated to providing best-of-breed solutions that enable quality patient care, clinical safety, and operational efficiencies. Its dedicated sales and technical service teams deliver 24x7 assistance to customers for their procurement, implementation, and customer care needs. The Sunquest Laboratory system achieved "Best in KLAS" in the Laboratory Segment for 2007, which was its fourth consecutive year, KLAS Enterprises, LLC, www.healthcomputing.com.

Sunquest's professional services division provides a wide array of management and technical tools, including lab redesign and optimization, outreach and lab network program development, and operational business and implementation plans in addition to HIPAA compliance assessment and implementation services. For more information, visit: www.sunquestinfo.com.

SOURCE: Sunquest Information Systems, Inc.