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Pathology informatics has taken flight as an emerging discipline that can further add to the potential of precision medicine in the laboratory setting.
Medical Source is now helping physician owned laboratories add Lp-PLA2 (Lipoprotein-associated Phospholipase A2) to their clinical chemistry test menu.
Lp-PLA2 is an advanced cardiovascular test aimed at early detection of cardiovascular disease. The Lp-PLA2 activity test measures the amount of a specific enzyme in blood that occurs when there is an active atherosclerotic process that could lead to the rupture of plaque and cause a heart attack or stroke. This useful serologic marker with high specificity for advanced plaque is a useful diagnostic tool in cardiovascular risk stratification.
The Lp-PLA2 test can help you identify patients who would benefit from more aggressive therapy and is especially recommended for intermediate and high-risk patients.
The Medicare reimbursement for Lp-PLA2 averages between $46.00 - $47.00, while the reportable cost per test varies with instrument platforms, ranging from $12.50 to $18.00 using our FDA approved reagents. Please give us a call to learn more.
Hogan Godwin
[email protected]
Medical Source
Office: 770.642.9155 / Fax: 770-234-5057
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Test measures the amount of ceramides - waxy molecules strongly linked to cardiovascular disease -in the blood
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MEDICAL SOURCE is a laboratory consulting company offering unmatched expertise in the structure and function of the physician office laboratory.
Your clinical laboratory and the data you generate has become exponentially more important with the advent of MACRA. The way in which you operate and manage your laboratory no longer just impacts revenues from laboratory operations, but now affects overall physician compensation.
MEDICAL SOURCE will do our best to help you achieve financial success going forward. Our objective is to council you in documenting comprehensive clinical health status by obtaining all relevant data at the appropriate intervals. Our consulting fee is $5,000.00, and if we cannot help you improve laboratory revenues by at least $2,500 a month there is no fee for our service.
Call Today,
Hogan Godwin / Director of Marketing / Sales
[email protected]
Medical Source
Office: 770.642.9155 / Fax: 770-234-5057
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The American Association of Chemical Chemistry (AACC) maintains clinical laboratory tests must be used effectively if ongoing Medicare reimbursement changes are to achieve desired objectives. The AACC recently released a position statement regarding Medicare revisions aimed at enhancing patient care...
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The AACC called for increased collaboration between physicians and laboratory medicine professionals, as Medicare changes how it reimburses for clinical lab tests.
From international law firm Arnold & Porter LLP comes a timely column that provides views on current regulatory and legislative topics that weigh on the minds of today’s physicians and health care executives. Performing laboratory tests in your office and billing Medicare? If so, you could...
Recent trends in genetic research impact how clinical laboratories and pathology groups receive, handle, and transmit genomic data to patients and physicians.
Medical Source can help your practice be ready for MACRA! http://www.healthcaredive.com/news/survey-nearly-75-of-providers-are-not-ready-for-macra-or-need-help/439315/
The impending implication of CMS' Medicare Access and Children's Health Insurance Program Act of 2015 has executives scrambling to prepare their health systems.
MEDICAL SOURCE is a laboratory consulting company offering unmatched expertise in the structure and function of the physician office laboratory.
Your clinical laboratory and the data you generate has become exponentially more important with the advent of MACRA. The way in which you operate and manage your laboratory no longer just impacts revenues from laboratory operations, but now affects overall physician compensation.
MEDICAL SOURCE will do our best to help you achieve financial success going forward. Our objective is to council you in documenting comprehensive clinical health status by obtaining all relevant data at the appropriate intervals. Our consulting fee is $5,000.00, and if we cannot help you improve laboratory revenues by at least $2,500 a month there is no fee for our service.
Call Today,
Hogan Godwin / Director of Marketing / Sales
[email protected]
Medical Source
Office: 770.642.9155 / Fax: 770-234-5057
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Westgard QC is proud to announce the publication of Dr. Sharon S. Ehrmeyer's book, The Poor Lab's Guide to the Regulations.
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MEDICAL SOURCE is a laboratory consulting company offering unmatched expertise in the structure and function of the physician office laboratory.
Your clinical laboratory and the data you generate has become exponentially more important with the advent of MACRA. The way in which you operate and manage your laboratory no longer just impacts revenues from laboratory operations, but now affects overall physician compensation.
MEDICAL SOURCE will do our best to help you achieve financial success going forward. Our objective is to council you in documenting comprehensive clinical health status by obtaining all relevant data at the appropriate intervals. Our consulting fee is $5,000.00, and if we cannot help you improve laboratory revenues by at least $2,500 a month there is no fee for our service.
Call Today,
Hogan Godwin / Director of Marketing / Sales
[email protected]
Medical Source
Office: 770.642.9155 / Fax: 770-234-5057
http://consultants-lab.com
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We are Medical Source, a consulting firm that specializes in the creation of a customized turn-key laboratory solution. We would like to help you
Clinical laboratories must prepare to move away from fee-for-service and towards value-based reimbursement as part of a precision medicine program.
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Pharmacogenetics prompts changes in drugs, doses
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This Medical News article discusses barriers to widespread implementation of genotype-guided prescribing.
New screening at Hamilton Hospital in Olney determines compatibility of medications with patient's body
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Addiction isn’t an illness like any other. Patients need not just the right medicines but therapy, support and, in some cases, tough supervision.
The North America Toxicology Laboratories market is expected to reach US$ 198.2 Mn by the end of 2022 at a CAGR of 11.1% during the forecast period. On the
How Medical Source helps physicians setup POL's.
I. Regulatory Compliance (enrollment processes)
a. Source/Staff Laboratory Director
b. File CLIA application for High-Complexity Certification
c. Apply for COLA accreditation for Laboratory. (Laboratory must finance accreditation fees, Tiered based on annual testing volume)
d. Enroll Laboratory in COLA Proficiency Testing Program (Laboratory must finance accreditation fees, Tiered based on annual testing volume)
e. Source any/all required on site personnel for the laboratory
f. File all additional initial paperwork required by the regulatory bodies whose jurisdiction encompasses the location of the laboratory.
II. Regulatory Compliance (ongoing)
a. Staff the laboratories technical consultant
i. §493.1413 Standard; Technical consultant responsibilities.
1. The technical consultant is responsible for the technical and scientific oversight of the laboratory. The technical consultant is not required to be onsite at all times testing is performed; however, he or she must be available to the laboratory on an as needed basis to provide consultation, as specified in paragraph (a) of this section.
2. The technical consultant must be accessible to the laboratory to provide on-site, telephone, or electronic consultation; and
3. The technical consultant is responsible for-
a. Selection of test methodology appropriate for the clinical use of the test results;
b. Verification of the test procedures performed and the establishment of the laboratory's test performance characteristics, including the precision and accuracy of each test and test system;
c. Enrollment and participation in an HHS approved proficiency testing program commensurate with the services offered;
d. Establishing a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed and establishing the parameters for acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process from the initial receipt of the specimen, through sample analysis and reporting of test results;
e. Resolving technical problems and ensuring that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications;
f. Ensuring that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly;
g. Identifying training needs and assuring that each individual performing tests receives regular in-service training and education appropriate for the type and complexity of the laboratory services performed;
h. Evaluating the competency of all testing personnel and assuring that the staff maintain their competency to perform test procedures and report test results promptly, accurately and proficiently. The procedures for evaluation of the competency of the staff must include, but are not limited to—
i. Direct observations of routine patient test performance, including patient preparation, if applicable, specimen handling, processing and testing;
ii. Monitoring the recording and reporting of test results;
iii. Review of intermediate test results or worksheets, quality control records, proficiency testing results, and preventive maintenance records;
iv. Direct observation of performance of instrument maintenance and function checks;
v. Assessment of test performance through testing previously analyzed specimens, internal blind testing samples or external proficiency testing samples; and
vi. Assessment of problem solving skills; and
1. Evaluating and documenting the performance of individuals responsible for moderate complexity testing at least semiannually during the first year the individual tests patient specimens. Thereafter, evaluations must be performed at least annually unless test methodology or instrumentation changes, in which case, prior to reporting patient test results, the individual's performance must be reevaluated to include the use of the new test methodology or instrumentation
ii. Technical Consultant Responsibilities (that exceed the minimum regulatory compliance)
1. Ensure that the laboratory and its staff are inspection ready on an ongoing basis.
2. Conducting surveys of the laboratory and its staff on a regular interval and documenting these surveys with the accrediting agency.
3. Preform Mach inspections to evaluate any potential deficiencies.
b. Available resources on call for additional assistance
i. Toxicologist
1. Provides assistance with the help of his team to the laboratory in the following situations
a. Questions on results or methodologies relating to toxicology (screens or confirmations)
b. Provides support and diagnosis for instrument operators when inconsistencies
c. Communicate with regulatory officials to settle any questionable differences. Very influential in the community (nationally) which makes this position very valuable to the lab.
ii. Pathologist
1. Preforms the same duties as the Toxicologist listed above but in regards to all other clinical operations outside of toxicology.
III. Installation
a. In order to maximize the efficiency of the laboratory in question we collaborate with the client and a host of resources.
i. Facility Requirements
1. Collaborate with the contractor (Physician employed, but sourced by MSI when necessary, otherwise we are pleased to work with physician chosen contractors)
a. Provide Laboratory layout and drawings
b. Define all utility requirements
c. Create punch list for contractor to ensure completed renovation serves the needs of the instrumentation and testing.
ii. Installation Requirements
1. Ensure that pathways allow for instrument delivery
2. Ensure Site requirements have been met
3. Ensure all necessary resources are available to manufacturer’s representatives to ensure success of installation (this means all ancillary’s)
4. Schedule instrument installations and eliminate any scheduling conflicts
5. Compile all necessary information and exchange with the LIS manufacturer to minimize implementation time and ensure proper function
iii. Instrument Validation and Training
1. Coordinate with training representatives and Lab personnel to develop the most appropriate training schedule.
2. Ensure that instrument validation is performed on all systems present
3. Ensure the functionality and communication of the LIS system with all instrument systems.
4. Conduct interviews with all staff post training and evaluate any issues or concerns that they may have experienced
iv. Go-Live
1. Closely monitor all aspects of the Lab’s operation for the first month with close communication with both the technical consultant and the labs personnel for the first 60 days or until the laboratory staff is proficient and confident in their ability.
IV. On-going Support from Medical Source
a. Consumables and Supplies
i. MSI will actively monitor laboratory operations and create the necessary procedures to facilitate to obtainment of supplies that the laboratory will require
ii. MSI will determine intervals for repeat purchasing, lot obtainment, batching requirements, etc. to minimize expenditures on consumables and maximize the profit on each sample.
iii. MSI will develop and save purchase lists to facilitate the ease of ordering for all authorized staff in the laboratory
b. New and emerging techniques and technologies
i. MSI will inform the laboratory staff and ownership about any new technologies that may benefit the laboratory
ii. Assist the customer in obtaining said technologies at the lowest possible price.
iii. Consult with the client if they have an interest in a new technology that was brought to their attention directly to determine if it is viable in their lab.
c. New policies, regulation and legislation
i. Medical Source will divulge any upcoming changes in legislation or regulations that will affect the market and more specifically the client’s laboratory in any way. Furthermore Medical Source will offer and suggestions on how the client can best adapt to meet the pending changes proactively.
Medical Source is looking for a Certifying Toxicologist in Fort Myers, Florida. Contact us or submit the form here: http://staffing.consultants-lab.com/available-jobs/certifying-toxicologist to apply for the position.
Medical Source is looking for a Full Time LC/MS/MS toxicologist to perform validation and operation for a reference facility located in Fort Myers, Fl. Medical Technology Science degree or 4-year degree in a hard science and experience in validation of LC/MS/Ms equipment and performance. This positi…
How much is your reference lab profiting off of your business?
Data is becoming increasingly more important with the Implementation of ICD10. Call us to learn how we can help you make sure the changes work to your benefit.
Ask for Hogan Godwin (770)642-9155.
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Medical Source is pleased to anounce a new product that will improve cost and efficiencies within your clinical lab.
TOXBOX-Customizable 96 Well Plates
Many Drugs of Abuse testing laboratories are searching for high throughput methodologies to reduce the time and man hours required for pre-analytical sample preparation.
TOXBOX is certified reference material that are custom designed 96 well plates, pre-manufactured for your existing laboratory methods.
The pre-spiked plates contain all calibration standards, internal standards, and second source standards (QCs) for your unique and specific drug and metabolite panels.
TOXBOX insures reliable, accurate, and reproducible results, as your analyst simply adds blank urine and sample urine to the appropriate wells.
This cost effective customizable solution will significantly reduce human error and pre-analytical labor time by 30% or more.
The solution is supported on multiple LC/MS platforms, adaptable to all existing laboratory methods, and offers sample flexibility for both blood or urine matrices.
Consulting services offered to accelerate implementation
Medical Source Inc. is looking for a Medical Technologist to fill the position of Laboratory Manager/Technician for a large Nephrology practice in Fresno, CA. Responsibilities will include:
Full or Part Time Positions Available!
Daily operation of equipment in areas of Chemistry, Immunology, Hematology, and Serology Oversight of the laboratories daily processes and staff Maintaining compliance with all federal and state regulatory requirements
Medical Technologist Experience:
•Candidate should have chemistry experience
Job Requirements:
•California Technologist License/Certification
Excellent salary and benefits package.
Hogan Godwin
Medical Source
(770)642-9155
http://consultants-lab.com/
Job Type: Part-time
Required education:
•Associate
MEDICAL SOURCE is a consulting and distribution company that offers unmatched expertise in the structure and function of the clinical laboratory.
We work with senior management to plan, design, implement, optimize, and manage the most efficient & profitable clinical laboratory for your patient or client base, while providing on-going support to ensure each solution employed delivers long lasting value.
Our greatest strengths are an ability to deliver results and the courage and passion to be a catalyst for change.
Specialties:
** Expertise in structure and function of the clinical laboratory
** Clinical laboratory startup
** Clinical laboratory medicine
** Clinical laboratory optimization
** Clinical laboratory guidelines
** Regulatory and compliance issues
** US healthcare reform
** Diagnostic and ancillary services
** New business development
ICD10 has created many opportunities for physicians in lab! As the industry moves away from the old pay for service system into a new more effective pay for outcome system, physicians are left scrambling to try and figure out how to navigate the waters of the ever changing healthcare Industry. We at Medical Source can help, please give us a call at 770-642-9155 and setup your free consultation today.
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