Medication Mishaps: A Hidden Danger in ASCs

Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) face a unique challenge with medication management. From improper storage to potential mix-ups to expired drugs, the risks can be serious for both patients and the facility's reputation. Traditional paper logs are often inadequate, leaving ASCs vulnerable during audits or in the unfortunate event of a medication error.

The Problem: Where Things Can Go Wrong

• Inventory Chaos: Overstocked medications can expire. Without a centralized system, tracking inventory levels, expiration dates, and proper disposal is inefficient and error-prone.


• Security Concerns: Controlled substances require meticulous logging to prevent misuse or diversion. Paper records are easily misplaced or falsified.


• Dosage and Administration Errors: In the fast-paced surgery setting, handwritten logs can be illegible or overlooked, leading to incorrect dosages or medication mix-ups with potentially harmful consequences.

The ASCLOGS Solution: Safe, Streamlined Medication Management

ASCLOGS provides a secure, cloud-based solution specifically designed to address the risks facing ASCs. Here's how:

• Centralized Medication Inventory: Track every medication, its expiration date, usage, and stock levels in one place. Automated alerts prevent expired medications from being used.


• Secure Controlled Substance Logs: Digitally track controlled substance administration with detailed records and restricted access, minimizing diversion risk.


• Improved Workflow: Easy-to-use digital logs replace cumbersome paper records. Staff can quickly log medication administration and access drug information with a few taps.


• Audit-Ready Compliance: Robust reporting features allow you to demonstrate meticulous medication management practices during inspections.

The Result: Greater Safety and Efficiency

ASCLOGS ensures your ASC is equipped to provide the highest level of patient safety while significantly reducing the risk of costly medication errors and the stress of non- compliant record-keeping.

Ready to see how ASCLOGS can streamline your compliance? Schedule a demo today.