by lighthouselab | Jun 23, 2022 | Recruiting Services, Industry Insights, Clinical Laboratory
Clinical laboratories play a vital role in health care. But many labs across the country face serious problems when it comes to filling positions. A shortage of laboratory employees means lower throughput and a more stressful working environment. And outside of the...
by lighthouselab | Jun 9, 2022 | Tips for New Lab Owners
Patients seeking or undergoing treatments rely on test results from clinical labs. And it takes a dedicated team of professionals to keep a lab running efficiently and accurately. One of the most important members of the team is the lab director. This blog explores...
by lighthouselab | Jun 7, 2022 | Consulting Services, Industry Insights, RCM Consulting
By: Beth Madden, Client Administrator RCM case study: lazy appeals In reviewing a pathology client’s monthly adjustments report, I noticed there were multiple instances of “appeal denied-adjust per policy” write-offs. Because of the success I had with appeals prior to...
by lighthouselab | May 26, 2022 | Clinical Laboratory, Consulting Services, Industry Insights, RCM Consulting
By: Cassie Penn, Client Manager On October 1, 2021, certain Medicare Advantage Payors, such as UHC, began requiring providers to submit DEX Z-Codes. Other Medicare Advantage Payors may now similarly start utilizing and requiring the use of DEX Z-Codes, according to a...
by lighthouselab | May 23, 2022 | Tips for New Lab Owners
Before opening your laboratory business, you need to hire excellent staff, get the right credentials, and develop the best methods and procedures. And no matter your lab’s focus, you need equipment. The right tools and instruments will help you run your lab safely and...