January 2012

Millions of Americans Lost Health Insurance Coverage During Recession

An estimated 9.3 million American adults lost health insurance coverage as a result of increased unemployment during the recession of 2007-2009.

The AACC will host “An Update on Clinical Applications for Vitamin D Assays” on January 26.

Health care reforms place more focus on the importance of lab data.

Acceptance of point-of-care testing grows as the tests’ performance improves.

Labs play a vital role in meaningful use, accountable care organizations, and LOINC.