Industry Insights
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Industry Insight Articles
Using Billing Data to Compare Commercial Lab Reimbursements
By: Dyana Williams, Client Engagement Manager, Lighthouse RCM Solutions Recently, a Lighthouse RCM Solutions client asked their billing vendor: What is our commercial reimbursement rate as a percentage of Medicare for CPT 88305? Utilizing our RCM Spotlight billing and...
Keys to Success for Starting a Lab During a Recession
Launching a laboratory in an economic downturn might seem counterintuitive at first glance. Yet history shows that recessions can birth businesses poised for exponential growth. Navigating these waters successfully can be transformative if you do it carefully. Review...
5 Tips to Improve the Quality of Your Medical Lab
When physicians turn to your medical laboratory, they expect a high degree of quality in your testing services. However, maintaining these standards can be difficult if you don’t know where to start. Here are five tips to improve the quality of your lab so that it can...
Tips for Creating a Positive Work Culture in Your Lab
In a laboratory setting, a positive work culture isn’t just a boon for morale—it’s a catalyst for innovative thought, quality research, and enhanced productivity. Creating and maintaining this encouraging environment is crucial for the success of your researchers and...
CMS Targeting Errors on Drug Testing Claims Following TPE Review
Last year, we notified drug testing providers CMS was reviewing definitive and presumptive drug screening claims for errors and missing documentation as part of its Targeted Probe and Educate (TPE) program. Results for the WPS Region were published last week, showing...
Expanding Molecular PCR Services by Securing Nationwide Payer Contracts
Client: Infinite Genomics, LLC Fall 2023 Overview Infinite Genomics was formed as a molecular diagnostic laboratory in 2021. Although the lab is located in North Little Rock Arkansas, it intended to offer PCR services to providers across the nation. To put...
Keys to Adding a Laboratory to Your Gastroenterology Practice
Building a laboratory within a gastroenterology (GI)practice can be a strategic move to boost control over your samples and improve your standing with private payers, providing physicians with opportunities for increased efficiency and revenue. In this guide, we'll...
Tips to Overcome Staffing Issues When Starting a Lab
Starting a lab can be an exciting and fulfilling journey, but like any venture, it can also come with challenges. One of the biggest hurdles faced by lab startups is staffing. Fortunately, you can read on below about several tips to overcome staffing issues when...
The Dos and Don’ts of Lab Job Postings and Descriptions
As the owner or manager of a medical laboratory, one of your most important responsibilities is to attract talent. A well-written job posting can help you achieve this goal. However, creating an effective lab job posting isn’t easy since you must consider your...
News & Press Releases
The Hybrid Work-Flex Model: How Lighthouse Lab Services Has Adapted to the Modern Workplace
Disclaimer: Flexible work arrangements were put into place by Lighthouse Lab Services as a response to the Covid-19 pandemic. While the ability to create flexible work plans with the approval of supervisors and Human Resources remains in place for many Lighthouse...
Press Release: Lighthouse Acquires Burns Consulting Group, Strengthens Managed Care Contracting Services
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 18, 2021 (Charlotte, NC): Finalized in August, North Carolina-based Lighthouse Lab Services is proud to announce its acquisition of Burns Consulting Group, with offices in Houston, Texas, and Kansas City, Mo. With this acquisition,...
Press Release: Lighthouse makes Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - August 17, 2021 Lighthouse Lab Services makes Inc. Magazine’s Annual List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies—the Inc. 5000 For the 3rd Time, Lighthouse Lab Services Appears on the Inc. 5000, Ranking No. 1,156 ...
In the Company of Heroes: Our Values and Culture at Lighthouse
By Dionne Blount, versatile reinforcement for Charlotte HQ of Lighthouse Lab Services (but you can call us L.M.S.I.). When examining the things I feel knowledgeable about in my work at Lighthouse, I was led to reflect on all the things I do not know or fully...
Press Release: Lighthouse Lab Services Acquires Nation’s Premiere Pathology and Laboratory Revenue Cycle Auditing Firm, Vachette Pathology
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 12, 2021 (Charlotte, NC): At the beginning of April, North Carolina-based Lighthouse Lab Services is proud to announce its acquisition of Vachette Pathology of Sylvania, Ohio. Lighthouse Lab Services adds new expertise and...
Learn More About Our New CEO
Mark Roth went from laid off to CEO of an industry-leading Laboratory Consulting firm in the US. Elite Diagnostics, LLC, and Lighthouse Lab Services announced in March that they have completed a merger of their business operations. This merger creates...
Press Release: Transaction Creates Industry-Leading Laboratory Consulting and Recruiting Firm in US
Elite Diagnostics and Lighthouse Lab Services Complete Merger Charlotte, NC/Holly Springs, NC— March 4th, 2020 — Elite Diagnostics, LLC, and Lighthouse Lab Services, in partnership with NaviMed Capital, a Washington, DC-based healthcare-focused private equity...
A Letter From Our Founder
I am excited to announce that Lighthouse Recruiting, LLC, Laboratory Start-Up Consultants, LLC, and Laboratory Broker, LLC are merging to become Lighthouse Lab Services, effective April 2018. Separately, our companies have developed innovative ways to offer solutions...