Riverton Hospital continues to offer specialized outpatient medical services through its infusion therapy center and laboratory department, providing advanced diagnostic testing and personalized treatments at its facility on West 12600 South. The hospital's departments are designed to integrate clinical results directly into patient medical records to facilitate coordinated care.
Specialized Infusion Services Offered
The Infusion Therapy department at Riverton Hospital provides a variety of outpatient therapies in a setting designed for patient comfort and safety. According to Intermountain Health, the center utilizes advanced safety protocols and holds accreditations from leading healthcare organizations to manage complex medical needs.
Comprehensive Outpatient Care
The infusion center's clinical offerings include chemotherapy and immunotherapy for advanced cancer treatments, which are administered under expert monitoring. The department also manages antibiotic therapy for serious infections, hydration therapy to restore electrolytes and fluids, and blood transfusions for patients dealing with anemia or other medical conditions.
Clinical Procedures and Support
In addition to oncology and infection management, the infusion team provides anti-emetic and anticoagulant therapies to assist with nausea prevention and blood clot management. The facility is also equipped to perform specialized procedures such as therapeutic phlebotomy and PICC line care for patients requiring ongoing treatment needs.
Advanced Laboratory Diagnostics
The laboratory services at Riverton Hospital, located in Entrance B, Zone B, Level 1, provide a wide range of diagnostic capabilities. Intermountain Health reports that the lab specialists perform everything from routine blood testing to advanced PCR and molecular-based tests, all while maintaining affordable pricing structures.
Integrated Medical Records
The laboratory's diagnostic scope includes blood analysis, urinalysis, and surgical pathology. To ensure continuity of care, the hospital integrates all lab results into the patient's medical record, ensuring that a provider's entire care team has access to the most current information for developing treatment plans.
Expanded Access and Convenience
Intermountain Health has expanded its reach by offering at-home lab draws, a service available to patients in certain parts of Utah and Nevada. This allows for specimen collection outside of the traditional hospital setting, increasing convenience for those unable to visit the Riverton facility in person.
Patient Access and Technology
For patients utilizing lab services, Intermountain Health does not require appointments for laboratory work, as the facility accepts walk-ins during standard operating hours. Patients can monitor their healthcare progress via the Intermountain Health patient portal app, which allows users to view new test results, read notes from providers, and reference historical data.
