Clinical Lab Management
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Medicare Contractor's Final Coverage Decision on NGS Cancer Testing Appeases Industry Stakeholders
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The LCD covers tests that are FDA approved or cleared, have published analytical validity evidence, or are certified by a third party to be aligned with NYSDOH's criteria.Â
Pillar Biosciences Gets CLIA Certification for Sequencing Clinical Lab
The company said the certification would enable it to support preclinical studies and clinical trials, as well as to potentially provide companion diagnostics.
Labcorp to Acquire Personal Genome Diagnostics for up to $575M in Cash
The deal will add to Labcorp's cancer genomic profiling portfolio, providing kit-based options that will allow hospitals and laboratories to run tests internally.
Local Cancer Genomic Profiling Options Grow, Though Central Labs Will Likely Keep Major Role
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As economic and practical challenges of next-gen sequencing have eased in recent years, more groups are bringing comprehensive cancer genomic testing in house.
Labs Ask Medicare Contractor to Refine Coverage Policy for 'Comprehensive' NGS Cancer Testing
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National Government Services' proposal to broaden coverage of large sequencing panels for solid tumor patients is positive but may need clarification to ensure appropriate patient care.