Operating rooms are the financial engines of a hospital, and it’s critical to get the most out of this valuable asset. iQueue for Operating Rooms is an industry-leading solution powered by AI and machine learning that provides real-time analytics and prescriptive recommendations. It helps perioperative leaders optimize staff, equipment, and capital utilization through advanced block and open time management tools. With over 550 hospitals, 100 health systems, and 5,600 operating rooms using the platform, iQueue delivers measurable ROI—up to $100,000 per OR per year. It addresses the challenge of maximizing OR utilization by offering transparent, actionable data and easy-to-use tools that support strategic decision-making.

Features

• Real-Time Analytics: Provides direct access to transparent data and actionable metrics for perioperative leaders.
• Prescriptive Recommendations: Uses AI/ML to suggest optimal scheduling and utilization strategies.
• Block & Open Time Management: Includes proactive release reminders and predictive nudges based on pattern recognition and availability.
• Smart Match: Strategically offers OR time to the best-fit surgeon, factoring in hospital goals, practice patterns, and case data.
• OpenTable-like Marketplace: Allows surgeons and schedulers to easily access and book available OR blocks.
• Advanced Reporting: Supports forecasting and planning for surgical staffing needs.

Benefits

• Increased Surgical Volume: Adds 1–2 additional cases per OR each month.
• Reduced Overtime: Achieves a 25% decrease in overtime utilization.
• Improved Prime Time Utilization: Delivers a 4% increase in prime time usage.
• Enhanced Robotic Efficiency: Boosts robot utilization by 16%.
• Better Stakeholder Engagement: Builds trust through credible data and transparent performance metrics.
• Scalable ROI: Proven financial impact across major health systems, including a $40M ROI at CommonSpirit Health.