We offer comprehensive solutions for the medical laboratory industry in the US through recruiting, consulting, RCM & payer strategy services, and more.
As the
#Omicron
#COVID19
surge continues, many medical labs still face staffing and supply shortages, as
@katerogers
of
@CNBC
reports.
A lack of support and recognition for medical labs hurts medical laboratory scientists and the communities they serve.
We are at
#LabJAM
in Grand Rapids, Michigan this week, which runs until Thursday, June 30th.
Come visit us at Booth 20 to learn more about us and how our recruiting services can help your lab find the talent it needs to succeed!
#medicallaboratory
#clinicallaboratory
#ascls
The Lighthouse Lab Services team is having a great time in Chicago at the
@_AACC
's Annual Scientific Meeting + Clinical Lab Expo!
If you're there, make sure to stop by booth 4322 and say hello!
#AACC2022
#2022AACC
Finding a new
#labdirector
can be a big challenge for labs due to shifting state requirements and an infrequent need to hire lab directors.
Industry expert Tara Luellen, VP of our Lab Director Services, shares great tips in the following article:
Herd immunity matters, but why? What exactly is
#herdimmunity
?
@RodneyRohde
and
@Ryan_Mac_Phd
, experts in Clinical Laboratory Science and Public Health, discuss this important topic in the following article.
Click the link below to learn more:
We'll be heading south this week for the
@TXPainSociety
Annual Scientific Conference! Stop by booth
#46
to chat with Business Development Managers Kevin Spruill and Emily Hunt about our new offerings.🤠
#TPS23
#toxicology
#conference
We're excited to announce Lighthouse has acquired Pathology Lab Solutions! Founded in 2008, PLS helps physician practices establish in-office pathology labs by advising on the entire lab design, set-up, and compliance processes.
#pathology
#acquisition
In late Sept. of this year,
@ASCLS
held their Lab Legislative Symposium with other professional
#ClinicalLab
societies to discuss issues with members of Congress.
What were the results? We interviewed ASCLS President-Elect Claude Rector to find out.
Come visit us at the Southwest Foot and Ankle Conference at the Irving Convention Center!
Our Director of Client Solutions Tom Boyd and Senior Business Development Manager Kevin Spruill will be at booth 329 to talk about the industry and our services!
We hope to see you there!
#COVID19
hospitalizations are worse now than August 2020, according to
@CNN
. Hospitals are reaching capacity due to the
#DeltaVariant
, causing some people to be turned away as a result.
The Lighthouse Lab Services team will be at the
#EWC2022
in NOLA this week from 4/27-28!
Several members of our team will be speaking on key topics at the conference.
If you’ll be attending, come say hello to our team!
The
#OmicronVariant
is now the fastest-spreading
#Covid_19
variant in the world, according to the
@WHO
.
While early data is suggesting a reduced severity of disease, omicron's transmissibility still poses a threat to healthcare systems.
According to an Oxford University study highlighted by Reuters,
#Pfizervaccine
vaccine efficacy after 90 days dropped from 85% to 75%.
The need for neutralizing antibody tests is becoming more and more apparent.
Click the link below to learn more:
As
#LabWeek
approaches, we want to give a big thank you to all the heroes in the lab. Your work saves lives around the country and healthcare would be lost without you.
To celebrate, we'll be mailing stickers to the first 1k people who fill out this form:
Neutralizing antibody tests can give people a better idea of how resistant to
#COVID19
they might be following
#vaccination
or infection.
But what are neutralizing antibody tests, and how are they conducted?
Click on the link below to learn more!
Our team recently partnered with a PCR and Core Lab for Next-Gen Sequencing to test for and report
#COVID19
variants for Illinois.
As new variants impact our communities, Next-Gen Sequencing will become more important in the fight against the virus.
Burnout in the lab has gotten worse during the pandemic, according to
@_AACC
.
The work the lab does is vital, but so is the mental health of lab staff. How do you take care of your own mental health in addition to lab responsibilities?
#medlabtwitter
Are you a
#medicallaboratoryscientist
seeking travel opportunities?
We're looking to hire a permanent, full-time MLS to serve in clients'
#corelab
spaces.
Travel, housing, and meal expenses will be covered, and you'll receive additional benefits!
As we enter the fall of 2021, hospitals are concerned about operating at max capacity and staffing shortages as respiratory viruses peak in the colder months.
Adding to the worries is a prospect of a
#COVID19
surge this fall.
Want to learn more about the
#MuVariant
and why it is a Variant of Interest?
This brief article by
@APNews
provides great details on the variant and why it isn't as much of a threat as the
#DeltaVariant
.
The DOJ announced on May 26 that it will be investigating labs that billed incorrectly and skirted
#Compliance
during the
#COVID19
pandemic. We can help you rest easy with the knowledge that your lab is compliant.
Click on the link below to learn more:
With the addition of the
#MuVariant
, there are four
#COVID
variants of concern and five variants of interest.
This virus is continuing to evolve as cases continue to go up, leading to an increased need for testing and staffed laboratories in hospitals.
When it comes to hiring a
#CLIA
#LabDirector
, medical labs must make sure that the candidate who fills this role meets the requirements set by CLIA itself. But what are these requirements?
The
#medicallab
industry has learned a lot from the challenges of the
#pandemic
, but still faces several challenges in the nationwide shortage of medical laboratory scientists.
What have we learned, and what can be done to address this shortage?
Delta variant Covid-19 cases account for 83% of new cases, according to
@WebMD
.
Accompanying this rise in new cases is an increase in
#COVID19
tests, with sequencing labs seeing the
#Delta
Variant make up the the majority of positive results.
We'll be diving into this issue and discussing how to avoid penalties for noncompliance in our webinar on August 25th!
Click on the link below to register:
#Congress
has passed legislation delaying PAMA cuts to the Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule until January 1, 2023.
This is a big win for medical laboratories across the country.
Click the link below to learn more:
While infections are declining in some states, infections are rising in others, according to
@CNBC
.
Declining
#DeltaVariant
infections in some states are a good sign, but it is still too early to tell if infections have peaked in the U.S. as a whole.
The new Lighthouse Lab Services
#Headquarters
in Charlotte, NC has been a great home for our team!
We are one company in many locations, and we’re proud of how this space is continuing to help us get the job done.
#healthcare
#medicallaboratory
#newoffice
#COVID19
in the US as a whole is on the decline again in terms of cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. While this is good news, cases are still going up in the West and Midwest as we approach winter, according to
@CNN
.
Did you miss our webinar on Preparing Your
#ClinicalLab
or
#Pathology
Practice for
#PostCOVID
Success? No problem! The recording of the event is now live on our YouTube channel.
Learn about which lab tests will see the most growth and more in this video:
The
#StaffingShortage
of
#MedicalLaboratoryScientists
in the United States can be attributed to burnout, lack of recognition, low pay, and a variety of other factors.
Check out the article below to read more about this issue and some solutions.
This article reveals a difference in accuracy between saliva and swab testing for
#COVID19
, and how it impacted an
#Olympic
athlete who can no longer compete.
Saliva testing results came back positive, while swab testing came back negative.
@awyllie13
's research is vital.
Saliva-based testing increases the chance of earlier detection. Isolating cases as early as possible is especially important because the Delta variant is spreading uncontrollably in certain parts of the world. Anne Wyllie's research is crucial 👏🏻
The new R.1
#COVID19
variant that infected 45 people in a nursing home in Kentucky has been found to have unique mutations, according to
@Newsweek
.
The variant was able to circumvent fully-vaccinated individuals' antibody protection.
Preparing for a post-pandemic world is a vital step to take for laboratories, especially when it comes to repurposing equipment for other tests.
We will be discussing this topic in further detail at the 2021 Executive War College Conference next Wed!
As we look ahead to the next round of PAMA reporting, MedPAC has been exploring ways to streamline the process to make it less burdensome for
#MedicalLaboratories
.
Click on the link below to learn more:
As Idaho's hospitals fill up and reach capacity, some residents are seeking care in Washington for Covid-19, according to
@BeckersHR
.
Do you think this will become more common as we move into autumn?
While the emergence of the possibly vaccine-resistant Mu variant has placed it on the WHO's "variants of interest" list, it still is not as concerning as the
#Delta
variant, due to the latter's transmissibility.
Read the article from
@CNBC
to learn more:
#COVID19
is on the decline as we approach winter. While this is good news, drier air and the increased amount of time spent indoors means that caution is still advised, according to the
@CDCgov
.
Click the link below to learn more:
Do you feel that the
#COVID19
Public Health Emergency should be extended past its 4/16 expiration date?
We asked 250 lab decision makers and 80% of respondents felt that it should to some extent.
20% said no due to the exhaustion of federal funding needed to support testing.
Today marks our 18th anniversary! The past 18 years have been a great journey of growth and hard work.
Thank you to all of our clients who have joined us in our mission to make
#laboratorytesting
more accessible. We wouldn’t be here without you.
We recently assisted a lab network in the Chicago area with hiring a
#MedicalDirector
to oversee their facilities.
If you need a
#LabDirector
who can lead you scientifically and from a business perspective, click on the link below for more information:
The Lighthouse Lab Services and
@VachettePath
teams are together in New Orleans to provide insight and network with other industry professionals at
#EWC2022
!
As the
#Omicron
variant sweeps the nation, making sure your lab has assays that can detect all major
#COVID19
variants is vital.
Our CovidNow SARS-CoV-2 Assay has been granted EUA by the FDA, making it an excellent test to add to your lab’s test menu.
Is your lab maximizing reimbursement for your
#molecular
and
#genetic
test menu?
Join our free webinar on Oct. 27th at 12:00 PM EST to learn more about how your lab can effectively bill for these testing types!
Click on the link below to register:
The
#HHS
is distributing an additional $413 million in Provider Relief Fund payments to more than 3,600 providers across the country through the
#HRSA
. Payments received in the first half of 2022 are available for use until June 30, 2023.
As the school year begins, there is an unfortunate rise in the amount of
#COVID19
cases in children.
With a vaccine approval for children months away, it is safe to say that testing will only continue to go up as the
#DeltaVariant
continues to spread.
Hawaii's hospitals are reaching capacity, according to
@CBSNews
. There have been more than 9,300
#COVID
cases in the past two weeks, prompting governor David Ige to discourage travelers from visiting the state.
#Covid19testing
is on the rise again.
Patient Engagement is an area that medical labs can move into to achieve greater visibility and success in healthcare.
Click on the video below to hear a clip from Jon Harol, President of Lighthouse Lab Services as he discusses this topic during his speech at
#EWC2022
!
Denials are a frustrating aspect of running a
#medicallab
. Many can be avoided, however.
Our
#RCM
services are a great way to compare payer performance and help your lab manage denials.
Click the link below for a free RCM analysis:
As the end of 2021 approaches, solving denial and partial reimbursement issues will help you and your lab end the year strong and start the next year stronger.
At 12 PM EST on Tuesday, November 30th, we will discuss these topics in detail on our webinar:
While culture testing has been the norm for clinical labs, the pandemic brought
#PCR
testing to the forefront as a viable alternative.
But what are the other pros and cons of PCR when compared to culture testing? Join us on 10/24 to find out!
We are excited to announce that our CovidNow SARS-CoV-2 Assay has been granted EUA by the FDA!
Our RT-PCR test costs a fraction of the most overpriced brands and is a great replacement assay following the CDC’s withdrawal of its
#COVID19
kit’s EUA.
We are excited to announce that we will be attending the
@_AACC
Annual Scientific Meeting and Clinical Lab Expo from July 24-28!
Come visit the Lighthouse Lab Services team at booth
#4322
. We hope to see you there!
Children who have had relatively little exposure to viruses during the pandemic are now being hit with RSV.
Some hospitals are overwhelmed by the rising number of cases, and concerns are mounting over the simultaneous circulation of RSV and the flu.
Getting your lab in-network is one of the toughest issues in the industry, but there are strategies to overcome this hurdle. Join our free
#webinar
on 6/30 as we discuss the process and your options.
Click on the link below to register!
#medicallab
If the
#VALIDAct
is passed, patient access to innovative tests in a timely manner could be hindered due to oversight from the FDA.
In our next webinar, we will provide an overview of the act, discuss how labs can take action to oppose VALID, and more.
Although nowhere near as dominant as the
#DeltaVariant
, the
#C12Variant
has shown to be very infectious and has the highest amount of mutations.
Click the link below to learn more:
It's always great to see pumpkin art, especially when that art shows off the wizards in the lab! Check out this Core Lab pumpkin designed by
@warbler_works
!
#lablife
Our September newsletter is here! This month, we are highlighting the importance of qualified lab directors, and how you can approach the hiring process when it comes time to find a new director.
Are you a CPA, Public Auditor, or Certified Management Accountant with leadership experience? Are you looking to join a rapidly growing company that emphasizes collaboration and teamwork, as well as offers great benefits?
#accountingjobs
#financejobs
#Healthcare
is broken. How can we fix it?
In this video, Jon Harol, President of Lighthouse Lab Services, shares his thoughts on the issues that healthcare and
#MedicalLabs
face, and shares ideas for how medical labs can overcome those obstacles.
The
#DeltaVariant
is nearly twice as contagious as the original strain of
#COVID19
. Although it isn't as contagious as chickenpox, it still is one of the most highly transmissible respiratory viruses.
Click on the link below to learn more:
Are you a lab director or pathologist looking for something new?
We have an incredible team that can find the best position to suit your wants and needs. Let us help you take the next step forward in your career.
#PathTwitter
Happy
#LabWeek2023
! Thanks to all of the Medical Laboratory Professionals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to provide critical diagnostic information and play a vital role in the healthcare process.
#SavedByTheLab
The FDA’s recent reversal on EUA policy for Laboratory-Developed Tests has left many medical laboratories scrambling to acquire an EUA for their
#COVID19
LDTs.
To learn more about these requirements, click on the link below:
The
#VALIDAct
, if passed, could have a huge impact on clinical labs’ ability to provide innovative tests to patients in a timely manner.
On 6/28, we'll provide an overview of the Act, where it stands, and action steps labs can take to oppose this act.
We are urging members of the clinical lab and pathology community to help stop Congress from imposing burdensome legislation through the VALID Act. Sign the action alert below from ASCP to make your voice heard!
#VALIDAct
#LDT
#FDA
We're excited to announce that we have made the
#Inc5000
list of fastest growing businesses for the third time! We've grown by 421% over the past three years.
We are thankful to have grown this much while making a positive impact on the medical laboratory industry.
"The current level of U.S. infection has already outstripped the pandemic's initial April 2020 surge." - The Harvard Gazette
More
#COVID19
testing is necessary to slow the spread in light of the
#DeltaVariant
surge.
For more info:
#LabWeek2022
is fast approaching, and we are excited to introduce our first-ever
#MedicalLab
Wage and Morale Survey!
All respondents will receive the anonymous results before they are published. Click on the link below to participate:
The FDA now requires all
#COVID19
LDT’s to receive premarket review prior to clinical use.
What do labs need to do to receive EUA? How could this regulation affect future LDT’s?
We'll answer these questions and more in our free webinar on January 26th.
As
#COVID19
cases decline nationally, medical labs need to consider how to pivot away from
#covidtesting
.
In our next webinar, our expert panel, featuring
@RobertLMichel
of
@TheDarkReport
, will be discussing this topic and more in detail.
With health insurers behind on payments to hospitals, patients are being caught in the middle.
If your lab or hospital is struggling with late payments from insurers, we’d love to help.
Click on the link below to learn more:
The staffing shortage of medical lab scientists is a nationwide issue that has been plaguing the industry for years.
To counter this, labs should prioritize retaining the employees that they have, while also implementing flexibility to keep scientists.
We had a busy 2022! From helping labs stay well-staffed during times of upheaval to building laboratories to help support underserved areas, check out the graphic below for a full rundown of all we accomplished. 🔬
The
#OmicronVariant
is rapidly spreading throughout the United States after its first known infection on Dec. 1st, making it much more transmissible than the
#DeltaVariant
.
Hospitals are beginning to brace for what looks like another Covid surge.
The
@WHO
is seeing an increasing growth rate in the number of
#Omicron
infections in all six WHO regions, although it is still too early to understand the severity of
#COVID19
caused by the variant.
Lighthouse Lab Services will be attending the Executive War College Conference on Laboratory and Pathology Management.
We would love to see other industry professionals there as well, and are are happy to provide you with the discount code below.
As
#COVID19
testing winds down, medical labs will need to shift to new lines of testing and adapt to upcoming changes in order to continue serving their communities.
But what types of testing should labs consider moving forward?
Learn more below:
Congressional support for continued
#COVID19
test and vaccine funding is drying up. As a result, the White House will be winding down a program that provides COVID-19 aid to the uninsured next week.
To do our part in celebrating
#LabWeek2022
, we are running our first annual, anonymous Wage and Morale Survey to provide actionable data that medical lab scientists can use to advocate for better conditions and better pay.
Did you know that your lab can increase revenue while providing a vital community service by administering the
#COVID19
vaccine? We recently helped a client in California with implementing this fairly simple process.
#CovidVaccine
#Omicron
Breaking News: A one-year delay in the next round of
#PAMA
data reporting and Clinical Lab Fee Schedule cuts will be considered by the
#Senate
later this week. If passed, this will be the second year in a row CLFS rates are frozen.
We are proud to announce that our comprehensive CovidNow Assay detects the
#OmicronVariant
, enabling it to continue delivering accurate test results for
#SARSCoV2
infections.
Click the link below to learn more:
Neutralizing antibody tests and
#COVID19
titers are being used to determine whether someone has been vaccinated or exposed. What does this mean for lab testing?
Check out this video to learn more about Covid titers and neutralizing antibody tests:
The Lighthouse YouTube channel now has over 150 subscribers! We're glad our channel can help people make informed decisions about their lab and career.
Click our
#channel_link
below to check out our videos!
We are excited to announce the acquisition of Burns Consulting Group! Their ability to get labs and payers on the same page is a service that we are lucky to have.
Welcome to the Lighthouse family!
We are at
#AACC2021
in Atlanta at booth
#1859
! The AACC Annual Scientific Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo is one of the biggest events of the year and we are excited to announce that Jon Harol, President of Lighthouse Lab Services, will be giving a press conference today at 2pm!
We will be at
@PAINWeek
in
#LasVegas
from September 7th – 9th! Come visit us at Booth 221 as we join other industry professionals in learning from experts on pain management!
If you’d like to learn more about PAINWeek, click on the link below: