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What’s the Best Location for Starting a Medical Lab?
When starting a new laboratory, one of the first things you must do is find a location. Selecting the perfect spot is critical to your financial success and your ability to deliver client satisfaction. If you’re unsure of where to begin, consider these best locations...
PAMA laboratory reimbursement cuts delayed through 2024
PAMA Reporting Delayed Again as Permanent Fix Sought Labs received a welcome reprieve from looming Clinical Lab Fee Schedule (CLFS) cuts this month when Protecting Access to Medicare Act (PAMA) reporting and associated test reimbursement reductions were delayed until...
Utilizing Billing Data to Bolster Healthcare Payer Contract Negotiations
Have you ever wondered how healthcare providers navigate complex payer contracts to maximize their revenue while adapting to this ever-changing industry? A recent scenario encountered by our RCM Solutions team highlights the importance of having quick access to...
Unpacking the Billing Mystery of the GI Panel
By: Dyana Williams, Client Engagement, Lighthouse RCM Solutions The following is a case study of a Gastrointestinal (GI) panel billing issue we helped a client navigate. The blog takes a light-hearted approach and unpacks the problem in the format of classic...
Tips To Gauge Employee Satisfaction in Your Lab
The happiness of your workers can play a major part in the success of your lab. You can enjoy more productivity, reduced turnover, and improved team morale when your workers are content and satisfied. Here are four tips to gauge employee satisfaction in your lab if...
CMS Approves New Certification for High-Complexity Lab Directors
By: Patty Hess, Account Manager, Lighthouse Lab Director Services On July 24, 2023, CMS sent out a memorandum to all State Survey Agency Directors with the approval of a new board certification for high-complexity laboratory directors. (See the full CMS memo here.)...
Leveraging AI to Improve Payer Contracting Communications
By: Dyana Williams, Client Engagement Manager, Lighthouse RCM Solutions Abstract This white paper explores the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to bolster human expertise in drafting and simplifying communications with health plans regarding claims issues...
Exploring the Impact Healthcare Mergers Can Have on Your Lab
We've recently seen a number of high-profile healthcare mergers, and as these changes accelerate, we've been working to keep our clients informed of how they could be impacted by deals involving their health systems or organizations. While some high-profile mergers...
Examining Common Denial Reasons for Drug Screenings
By: Dyana Williams, Client Engagement Manager, Lighthouse RCM Solutions Presumptive drug testing screens for drug presence, while definitive testing identifies specific drugs and concentrations. Both aid in patient care and treatment decisions. In the world of...
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