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Leveraging Custom Software For Enhanced Financial Management in a Laboratory

Leveraging Custom Software For Enhanced Financial Management in a Laboratory

White Paper: Grace Health Tech White Paper Nov 2024

Dark Daily’s free white paper, “Leveraging Custom Software For Enhanced Financial Management In A Laboratory” is for the laboratory community and has been produced in partnership with Grace Health Technology.  It is available for free download.

In today’s dynamic healthcare landscape, laboratories face increasing pressure to deliver accurate results quickly while maintaining high quality and regulatory compliance. This challenge is compounded by rising patient volumes, complex test demands, and tightening financial margins. To address these challenges quickly and efficiently, laboratories must embrace data-driven automation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making. By integrating advanced technologies, labs can streamline workflows, optimize resource allocation, enhance patient care, and gain a competitive edge.

Genetic testing labs are no exception. Existing as they do at the forefront of modern medicine, these labs play a crucial role in healthcare, employing a variety of advanced molecular test methods to identify highly specific disease markers. Genetic tests empower patients and providers to make more informed treatment decisions while enabling the development of targeted, personalized therapies. However, many genetic testing laboratories still rely on a patchwork of off-the-shelf software solutions to manage their daily operations and finances, juggling the specific and often incompatible requirements of their laboratory information system (LIS), middleware, electronic health record (EHR), and revenue cycle management (RCM) platforms. And while each platform has its place, these siloed and often disconnected systems fall short in addressing the unique needs of genetic testing environments, leading to errors, delays, and missed revenue opportunities.

But there is hope. By adopting data-driven strategies, streamlining workflows, and leveraging software and automation technologies, laboratories of all types can significantly improve their operational efficiency and financial performance, reducing costs, increasing throughput, boosting profitability and enhancing patient care.

This white paper will present a case study exploring the benefits of software automation in three key areas of genetics laboratory administration: clinical laboratory operations, accounts payable, and claims management.

Click here to download the free white paper. For additional information inquire at info@darkreport.com, or call Amanda Curtis at 512-264-7103.


Produced in partnership with

Grace Health Technology
Combating Antimicrobial Resistance: Aligning Policy, Advocacy, and Scientific Innovation

Combating Antimicrobial Resistance: Aligning Policy, Advocacy, and Scientific Innovation

White Paper, Combating Antimicrobial Resistance: Aligning Policy, Advocacy, and Scientific Innovation

Dark Daily’s free white paper, “Combating Antimicrobial Resistance: Aligning Policy, Advocacy, and Scientific Innovation” is for the laboratory community and has been produced in partnership with BioMerieux. It is available for free download.

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global health crisis that threatens human, animal, and environmental health. AMR results in higher rates of illness and death, as infections become increasingly difficult to manage, and it is projected to surpass cancer as the leading cause of death by 2050, underscoring the critical importance of addressing this issue across local, state, and global levels. In this paper we will discuss:

  • The interplay between policy, advocacy, and scientific advancements in combating AMR.
  • The role of diagnostics in identifying and controlling antimicrobial resistance.
  • The impact of patient advocacy on policy-making and healthcare outcomes.
  • Successful case studies of policy changes influenced by patient stories and scientific data.
  • Cross-functional collaboration as a catalyst for effective AMR strategies

This white paper serves as a practical guide to enhance the understanding of the POCT team regarding critical success factors and essential functions needed to sustain compliance and produce reliable results. It focuses on the tangible aspects of good laboratory practice and regulatory compliance in routine and urgent patient care settings. This resource will be particularly beneficial to nursing and other clinical staff involved in patient testing.

Click here to download the free white paper. For additional information inquire at info@darkreport.com, or call Amanda Curtis at 512-264-7103.

Published October 3, 2024
Produced in partnership with

BioMeriux
Guide to AI-Enabled Revenue Cycle Management for Molecular Diagnostics and Pathology Practices

Guide to AI-Enabled Revenue Cycle Management for Molecular Diagnostics and Pathology Practices

Dark Daily XiFin White Paper, Guide to AI-Enabled Revenue Cycle Management for Molecular Diagnostics and Pathology Practices

Dark Daily’s free white paper, “Guide to AI-Enabled Revenue Cycle Managment for Molecular Diagnostics and Pathology Practices” is for the laboratory community and has been produced in partnership with XiFin, Inc.  It is available for free download.

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, molecular diagnostics and pathology laboratories face increasing challenges in maximizing revenue. Accurately estimating out-of-pocket costs and collecting payments efficiently can be challenging, often leading to delays and patient dissatisfaction. Additionally, ensuring timely and accurate claim submissions is crucial for maximizing revenue, but manual processes can be time-consuming and error-prone.

From complex billing processes to changing payer policies, the traditional revenue cycle management (RCM) approach is no longer sufficient, and maximizing revenue in this complex domain requires a comprehensive and strategic approach. By automating these tasks and streamlining the overall patient journey, healthcare providers can address these key pain points and improve their financial performance.

This white paper serves as a practical guide to enhance the understanding of the POCT team regarding critical success factors and essential functions needed to sustain compliance and produce reliable results. It focuses on the tangible aspects of good laboratory practice and regulatory compliance in routine and urgent patient care settings. This resource will be particularly beneficial to nursing and other clinical staff involved in patient testing.

Click here to download the free white paper. For additional information inquire at info@darkreport.com, or call Amanda Curtis at 512-264-7103.


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XIFIN The Power To Do Good
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