Frequency Limits in Drug Testing
Why do payers put limitations on the frequency of urine drug screening? Learn about the history, guidelines, and payer response in our blog.
Read MoreWhen Accuracy Really Matters ā Lab Quality Measures
BeaconLBS enables health plans to improve the quality of lab testing provided to their members by administering quality measures through the Lab Benefit Management program. Read more to learn about quality requirements for labs.
Read MoreExpanded carrier screening; is more better?
There are many options available for genetic carrier screening for expectant parents, from a few diseases recommended by professional societies, to hundreds of rare diseases. Is more always better? Find out in our blog.
Read MoreUniversal Tumor Testing for Lynch Syndrome ā Why Does it Matter?
Lynch syndrome is responsible for up to 5% of colorectal cancer and endometrial cancer cases, and it is recommended that all related tumors been screened for the possibility of Lynch syndrome. Read more to learn about the benefits of universal tumor testing for Lynch syndrome.
Read MoreWhat is a Beacon Lab-of-Choiceā¢?
BeaconLBS works with top laboratories to provide payers and patients with a quality network of labs. Read more to learn about our Labs-of-Choiceā¢ program.
Read MoreManaging Authorizations and Notifications
New to the BeaconLBS platform? Learn about the major features in the portal in this blog.
Read MoreGenetic counselors: Where are we from and where are we going?
Check out our blog on genetic counseling by guest blogger, Tiffany Turner. Tiffany has over 10 years of experience as a genetic counselor and she shares what the profession is about, and how she came to be a licensed, board certified genetic counselor.
Read MoreBeacon LBS Lab Benefit Management Leads to Improved Evidence Based Care and Lower Costs
Modern point of care lab benefit management is a must for payers, hospitals and other health systems. Learn how BeaconLBS solutions can point healthcare providers to evidence based solutions and reduce lab costs.
Read MoreVitamin D: The āSunshineā Vitamin: Is testing for Vitamin D necessary?
In recent years, Vitamin D has been a headline in medical news ā too much, too little, who is at risk, what about supplements, and is there a link to cancer or heart disease? Read below to learn more about Vitamin D and when to test.
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