The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant challenges for healthcare providers, payors, and patients alike. One of the key issues that payors are currently facing is the recoupment of COVID testing claims. As laws and regulations continue to evolve in response to the pandemic, payors must navigate a complex landscape to ensure compliance and mitigate…
Introduction As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact individuals and communities around the world, the need for widespread testing remains crucial in controlling the spread of the virus. However, with the increase in COVID testing, there has also been a rise in legal complexities surrounding the recoupment of testing claims. In this blog post, we…
Introduction As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact communities around the world, the need for widespread testing has become increasingly vital in controlling the spread of the virus. With testing being a crucial aspect of combating the pandemic, many individuals have turned to government-sponsored testing facilities for their COVID-19 tests. However, billing and reimbursement for…
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was signed into law on March 18, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the key provisions of the FFCRA is the requirement that health plans and health insurance issuers cover the cost of COVID-19 testing without imposing any cost-sharing requirements on patients. While this provision…
The CARES Act and COVID Testing Claims Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, testing has been a critical tool in combatting the spread of the virus. As a result, many individuals and healthcare providers have sought reimbursement for COVID testing claims under the CARES Act. However, there has been some confusion and ambiguity surrounding…
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect individuals and communities around the world, the need for widespread testing has become paramount in controlling the spread of the virus. Healthcare providers have been conducting millions of COVID tests, with many seeking reimbursement for these services from various payers, including insurance companies and government programs. However, the…
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in testing for the virus, with healthcare providers conducting tests on a large scale to help identify and contain the spread of the virus. However, many providers have faced challenges when it comes to recouping the costs associated with COVID testing claims during the Public Health Emergency…
Introduction In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for diagnostic testing has surged dramatically. Clinical diagnostic laboratories have been at the forefront of testing efforts, processing millions of COVID tests to help identify and contain the spread of the virus. However, as the volume of testing has increased, so too have concerns about…
When it comes to staffing a diagnostic laboratory, such as one that follows the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines, it is important to adhere to ethical standards in order to ensure quality patient care, accurate test results, and a positive work environment for employees. Ethical guidelines in the medical sector are crucial for maintaining…
Ensuring diversity in the workplace is not only a matter of compliance with regulations and ethical standards, but it is also essential for fostering innovation, creativity, and inclusive decision-making. This holds especially true in clinical laboratory settings, such as those governed by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). A lack of diversity in staffing a…