Comparison of trays configurations by instrument quantity and cost savings
| Measure | Current | Optimization approach | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical model alone | Clinician review alone | Combined | ||
| Quantity of instruments on tray | 88 | 47 | 67 | 51 |
| Reduction in quantity, % | NA | 47 | 24 | 42 |
| Reprocessing cost per year, $ | 150 000 | 115 560 | 132 360 | 118 920 |
| Savings per year, $ | NA | 34 440 | 17 640 | 31 870 |
NA = not applicable.