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We are excited to announce our new partnership with Quadax, Inc., a leading provider of laboratory- and pathology-specific revenue cycle management (RCM) solutions. Offering both an in-house billing platform and fully outsourced billing service model, Quadax tailors their solution to fit your organization’s unique needs, providing maximum billing efficiency and collection capabilities. Through this partnership, Lighthouse clients will gain access to Quadax’s industry-leading RCM solutions, designed to optimize every step of the revenue cycle from prebilling and claims management to accounts receivable and payer reimbursement. With more than 50 years of healthcare billing experience, including over 30 years specializing in laboratories, Quadax brings a proven track record of delivering exceptional financial outcomes through advanced technology, expert guidance, and personalized support. What This Partnership Means for Lighthouse Clients: ?? Enhanced Reimbursement Strategies: Quadax’s longevity of experience and sophisticated billing technology will help our clients accelerate payments, reduce bad debt, and secure maximum reimbursement for services. ?? Comprehensive Revenue Cycle Oversight: With unparalleled Service to maximize results Quadax provides full-spectrum revenue cycle management from prebilling to final payment, ensuring accurate accounting, operational transparency, and improved financial performance. ?? Improved Operational Efficiency: Customers will benefit from Quadax’s disciplined processes, proven best practices, and advanced RCM platform which offers proactive automation as well as greater control over appeals and audits while mitigating compliance risks. ?? Personalized Support & Expert Guidance: With 37% of Quadax employees holding over a decade of relevant billing experience, customers will have access to a tenured team of dedicated Account Executives who provide personalized training, defined milestones, and continuous process improvement strategies to positively impact revenue. By combining Lighthouse Lab Services’ deep industry expertise with Quadax’s best-in-class revenue cycle management solutions, we are empowering our clients to focus on delivering exceptional patient care and quality laboratory services. If you’re ready to elevate your laboratory’s financial management capabilities, contact us today to learn how this partnership can benefit your organization. #RCM #medicalbilling #laboratorymedicine #partnership

ICYMI: The legislative bill passed by the House to continue government funding fails to address Medicare payment rate cuts to pathologists and other physicians that took effect January 1 of this year. In particular, the legislation excludes provisions to address a?2.83% overall cut?to Medicare physician reimbursement. A 2.5% temporary Medicare physician fee increase took effect in January as a temporary fix but is absent from the House’s latest spending package. ?? According to analysis from CAP, payment rates for pathologists have declined by 7% in total over the past six years.

Is your lab prepared for the ongoing policy shake-up in Washington, D.C.? Washington is buzzing with activity, and independent laboratories are set to see an impact from agency overhauls. With potential Medicaid revisions, LDT oversight changes, and shifting supply costs, staying ahead of the latest developments is critical to protecting your lab's future. ?? Join us Wednesday, April 2, 2025, for a must-attend webinar featuring policy experts and independent lab advocates from the Coalition for Innovative Lab Testing (C4ILT) as they break down the latest regulatory threats and what they mean for your lab’s operations and bottom line. Key Topics Include: ? Medicaid on the Chopping Block – What potential cuts could mean for your lab ? LDT Oversight & PAMA – How regulatory shifts could reshape testing and reimbursement ? Tariff Impacts – Where rising costs will hit hardest and how to prepare ? Take Action – Learn how to advocate for lab-friendly policies and protect your business Be sure to register for this crucial event below to reserve your seat! Those who can't attend live will also receive a recording directly after the event concludes. #medicallaboratory #healthcare #webinar #trumpadministration

During our webinar last week on laboratory career advancement opportunities, one point from Erik Korte, PhD, DABCC, became abundantly clear: There is no "one-size-fits-all" path to professional growth in the lab industry. And that's a good thing! The flexibility and variety of opportunities mean you can chart a course that aligns with your skills, interests, and long-term goals. Here are a few key takeaways from the discussion: ?? Education and Certification Open Doors Advancing from an associate degree to a bachelor's, master's, or doctorate can unlock new responsibilities and career tracks. Certifications and past experience also demonstrate specialized expertise and can enhance your professional value. For example, medical technologists with large hospital experience are incredibly valuable due to their advanced skills and ability to manage complex testing environments. ?? There Are Multiple Paths to Leadership Pursuing a Master of Science, Master of Health Administration (MHA), or MBA can open doors to administrative and managerial roles. Each degree offers a unique focus: an MHA leans toward clinical operations and patient care, while an MBA typically emphasizes business strategy and financial management. Both pathways can lead to leadership positions, with some professionals even combining advanced business knowledge with laboratory expertise to become lab owners or directors. ?? Specialization Can Set You Apart Post-doctoral fellowships in areas like clinical chemistry, molecular genetics, or bioinformatics allow for deep specialization. Certain fields, such as HLA testing for transplants, require highly specialized knowledge but offer unique and rewarding career experiences. ???? ???? Mentorship Matters Building relationships with supportive managers and lab directors can be a game-changer. Communicating your career goals allows leadership to guide and prepare you for future opportunities. If your aspiration is to grow into a leadership role or pursue additional education, don’t be afraid to share those ambitions. Forward-thinking leaders value professional growth and can help you pave the way. In short, no matter where you are in your career, there is always room to grow! We'd love to hear more in the comments about how you've navigated your professional growth and what advice you have for others looking to advance in this dynamic field. #MedicalLaboratory #CareerDevelopment #LabLeadership

Things are off to a great start at Clinical Lab 2.0 in Chicago! We're looking forward to two days of discussing the future of lab diagnostics and how value-based care will drive change in both care and reimbursements. Be sure to say "hey" to Jon Harol if you see him in attendance! #valuebasedcare #clinicallaboratory #laboratorymedicine #conference

?? Recent updates by Novitas and First Coast Service Options MACs regarding genetic testing coverage for oncology. The finalized LCDs L39365 and L39367, effective April 24, 2025, include several key changes: -Coverage Framework: The review of genetic tests will no longer be outsourced to three third-party compendia (National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines, OncoKb, and ClinGen). These knowledgebases will still be used as evidence resources. -Hereditary Cancer Syndromes: Genetic tests for hereditary cancer syndromes will not be limited to once per patient’s lifecycle. The decision to retest will be left to the patient's provider. -Billing Codes: The list of diagnostic billing codes has been expanded to ensure uniform coverage. Thanks to our RCM Team for providing this key update. If you need more information or further clarification, don't hesitate to reach out to us. #Medicare #genetictesting #diagnostictesting #oncology

It's clear the cost of operating a medical laboratory has increased on average in recent decades as personnel shortages, equipment costs, and other administrative factors have driven expenses up. With that in mind, some hospital administrators may view the laboratory as a cost center or necessary expense. But what if the lab was instead viewed as a profit center and valuable asset? In this short video, leadership from Lighthouse Lab Services, The Compass Group Laboratory Leaders, and Clinical Lab 2.0 debate the current perception of the lab as a cost center and what data and advocacy will be necessary to change those optics. Check it out below, and head over to our YouTube channel if you'd like to hear the full conversation. #healthsystem #clinicallaboratory #valuebasedcare #thoughtleadership

This is a great advancement in the ongoing pushback against the FDA's new rules for LDTs. With the Phase 1 deadline around the corner, we'll continue to provide updates on lawsuits and other legislative efforts that would limit the FDA's oversight authority. Check out the original post below for more details and be sure to reach out to Jon if you're interested in sponsoring this bill. #FDA #LDT #laboratorytesting

Check out this month's Lab Insighter for more on: ???? Taking your lab career to the next level ?? Details on our newest strategic partnership ?? The latest developments impacting lab and pathology reimbursements ?? Our February lab candidate spotlight ? And more Be sure to grab a copy or subscribe to receive this newsletter straight to your inbox each month! #healthcare #RCM #medicalbillingandcoding #clinicallaboratory

As part of our commitment to public health preparedness, Lighthouse is proactively developing and validating assays for the detection of Influenza A and the H5 subtype. These assays are specifically being designed to detect both past and recent strains of H5N1 while accounting for small mutations that may occur as the virus evolves. Our studies confirm that the assay meets the specificity and sensitivity requirements for clinical detection, as outlined by CLIA and FDA guidelines. "As the situation continues to change, we remain committed to ongoing monitoring and further validation to ensure our assays maintain the highest standards of performance," says Jon Harol, President and Co-Founder of Lighthouse Lab Services. #publichealth #laboratorymedicine #influenza #laboratorytesting