Lab Informatics Insights

Expert analysis and regulatory updates for clinical laboratory operations and compliance

Medicare Prior Authorization WISeR Program 2026 Guide

Starting January 1, 2026, CMS launches the WISeR pilot program bringing prior authorization to traditional Medicare in six states. Learn how this impacts your laboratory.

MedicarePrior AuthorizationWISeRCMS

Carlos TabordaNovember 4, 2025

Regulatory Compliance6 min read

CLIA Paperless Transition 2026 Complete Lab Guide

Starting March 1, 2026, the entire CLIA program is going paperless. No more paper fee coupons or physical certificates. Learn the essential steps to prepare your lab.

CLIADigital TransformationCompliance

Carlos TabordaNovember 4, 2025

Regulatory Compliance7 min read

FDA Backs Down on LDT Regulation 2025 Complete Guide

The FDA officially withdrew its 2024 rule treating Laboratory Developed Tests as medical devices after a federal court ruling. Learn what this regulatory shift means for your lab.

FDALDTRegulationCLIA

Carlos TabordaNovember 4, 2025

Industry News6 min read

Navigating Medicare's 15% Lab Payment Cuts Coming 2026

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is planning a significant payment reduction for approximately 820 clinical laboratory tests, with cuts of up to 15% slated to take effect on January 1, 2026.

MedicareReimbursementPAMA

Carlos TabordaOctober 30, 2025

Platform Comparison8 min read

Salesforce vs Zoho Healthcare CRM Comparison 2025

Explore the differences between two leading healthcare CRM solutions, highlighting their features, pricing, and ideal use cases for various organizations.

SalesforceZohoCRM Comparison

Luis MotoyamaSeptember 1, 2025

Data Migration12 min read

Medical Practice CRM Migration Checklist

Learn how to successfully migrate your medical practice's CRM with essential planning, compliance, and integration strategies to enhance patient care.

CRM MigrationHealthcareHIPAA Compliance

Luis MotoyamaAugust 23, 2025

Technology Trends15 min read

AI in Laboratory Informatics: Cutting Through the Hype

Some AI in labs is real and valuable. A lot is marketing language. Discover where AI actually works -- OCR, billing validation, workflow optimization -- and where it falls short.

AILab AutomationLIMS

Carlos TabordaJanuary 15, 2026

Technology Trends16 min read

Digital Transformation in Clinical Laboratories: A Practical Guide

The difference between real transformation and just installing a new printer is clarity about what you're actually trying to accomplish. Strategy, roadmap, and best practices.

Digital TransformationLIMSStrategy

Carlos TabordaJanuary 12, 2026

Industry News15 min read

The Lab Workforce Crisis: Understanding the Challenge and Finding Solutions

20,000-25,000 technologists short. 49% burnout. 79% rank staffing as their top challenge. Here's what's driving the crisis and practical strategies to address it.

WorkforceStaffingLab Operations

Carlos TabordaJanuary 10, 2026

Technology Trends15 min read

The Future of Lab Automation: Where We're Headed and What Actually Works

The fully automated 'lights-out' lab isn't here yet. But practical automation is advancing in targeted ways that matter. Trends, technologies, and strategies.

AutomationAILab Operations

Carlos TabordaJanuary 8, 2026

Technology Trends15 min read

LIMS Trends 2026: What's Actually Changing in Laboratory Informatics

Not vendor wish lists -- what we're actually seeing in client conversations and implementation projects. Cloud adoption, AI integration, interoperability trends.

LIMSTrendsCloudAI

Carlos TabordaJanuary 5, 2026

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AI in Laboratory Informatics: Cutting Through the Hype

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The Lab Workforce Crisis: Understanding the Challenge and Finding Solutions

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LIMS Trends 2026: What's Actually Changing in Laboratory Informatics

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