TIMS MVP for FEES

When advocating for FEES, it is important to understand current evidence, the ability to demonstrate the return on investment, and have an open mind to understanding the goals of the administrative team. Here are a few quick facts to help you get started:

FEES has been used in clinical practice for dysphagia since 1988. It is sensitive, predictive, practical, and is a valuable evaluation and treatment tool. FEES is safe, well tolerated, and significantly impacts patient outcomes. There is no concern for radiation exposure, no time limit restraints in conduction, it uses regular foods and liquids, and can be conducted in a variety of settings. The use of instrumental evaluations can help reduce healthcare costs and improve patient outcomes.

Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES): Code 92612

Sensory testing (FEEST): Code 92616

When considering which scope to purchase, a variety of aspects need to be considered including cleaning, image quality, and more. Our team is happy to assist you in this process.

TIMS provides the same interface you know and love from TIMS MVP for MBSS. It allows you to record the entirety of your FEES study, and archive it to PACS/VNA - increasing patient access and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Record up to 30fps and 1080p resolution

Connects via HDMI, DVI, Analog, SDI and USB to any endoscope

Records in PACS friendly M-JPEG and MP4

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