Laboratory Billing That Turns Test Results Into Revenue
From routine panels and microbiology to molecular pathology and reference lab claims, CureMed's laboratory billing team drives clean claims, faster reimbursements, and stronger revenue performance.
Laboratory Billing by the Numbers
Measurable outcomes from laboratory clients using CureMed for their billing and coding.
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Denial Rate Reduction
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Why Laboratory Billing Needs Specialized Expertise
Lab claims face higher scrutiny than most specialties because of CLIA rules, anti-markup regulations, and the volume of payer-specific medical necessity edits.
of laboratory claims are denied on first submission due to coverage limitations, missing diagnosis specificity, or improper modifier use.
HFMAin average annual revenue lost per mid-sized lab from miscoded panels, 14-day rule violations, and preventable denials.
of denied lab claims are recoverable with proper documentation and timely appeals — but most labs lack the bandwidth to pursue them.
AMALaboratory billing requires coders who understand CPT-to-LCD crosswalks, CLIA modifier rules, the 14-day specimen integrity rule, and payer-specific reflex testing policies. Generic billing teams consistently leave revenue on the table.
What's Included in CureMed Laboratory Billing
End-to-end billing tailored to your lab's test mix and payer mix.
Clinical Chemistry & Hematology
Accurate panel coding for CMP, BMP, lipid panels, CBCs, and coagulation studies with correct unbundling rules.
Microbiology & Infectious Disease
Specialized coding for cultures, sensitivities, PCR, and molecular pathogen panels including respiratory and STI testing.
Anatomic Pathology
Surgical pathology, cytopathology, and special-stain billing with proper TC/26 modifier splits and tissue-block coding.
Molecular & Genetic Testing
High-complexity Tier 1/2 molecular codes, MAAA, and pharmacogenomic panels with payer-specific medical necessity tracking.
Reference & Send-Out Lab Claims
Compliant billing for outside reference work under anti-markup and 14-day-rule constraints, including pass-through coding.
Prior Authorization & LCD Tracking
Proactive authorization for high-cost molecular and genetic tests, addressing the leading cause of laboratory denials before claims are submitted.
How CureMed Laboratory Billing Works
A five-step process from practice audit to ongoing optimization, built specifically for laboratories.
Laboratory Practice Audit
We analyze your current claim submission patterns, denial rates by test category, and payer mix to build a custom billing strategy.
LIS/EHR Integration & Setup
Seamless connection with your laboratory information system and EHR. We support all major systems and configure workflows for your specific test menu.
Specialty Coding & Submission
Lab-certified coders review every requisition, apply correct CPT/HCPCS codes with proper modifiers (QW, 90, 91, TC, 26), and submit within 24 hours.
Payment Posting & Denial Management
Every payment posted, every underpayment flagged, every denial appealed with lab-specific supporting documentation and medical necessity attachments.
Ongoing Optimization
Monthly reviews with your dedicated account manager covering test-level analytics, payer trends, and revenue optimization strategies.
Why Choose CureMed for Laboratory Billing
Our laboratory billing team is not learning on your dime. They already know your specialty inside and out.
Current on Evolving Lab Codes
From PLA codes to new molecular Tier 2s, lab CPTs change quarterly. Our team stays ahead with continuous training and real-time payer rule updates.
CLIA & Compliance Expertise
Proper QW modifier application, anti-markup compliance, and 14-day rule tracking — the regulatory landmines generic billers miss.
Dual-Review Charge Capture
Our two-step review process catches missed reflex tests, unbundling errors, and modifier mistakes before they cost you revenue.
Aggressive A/R Recovery
Behind on collections? We identify and recover aging lab claims through targeted payer follow-up and medical-necessity-driven appeals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What lab tests does CureMed bill for?
Clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology, anatomic pathology, cytology, molecular and genetic testing, and reference/send-out work.
How does CureMed handle CLIA modifier rules?
Our coders verify CLIA certification level for each test and apply the QW modifier on waived tests automatically — preventing the most common cause of low-complexity claim denials.
Are lab claims prone to denials?
Yes. Medical necessity edits, LCD coverage gaps, and missing modifiers drive higher denial rates than most specialties. We verify coverage upfront and pre-audit documentation to reduce denials.
How does CureMed manage the 14-day specimen rule?
We track specimen draw and order dates against rule compliance timelines, and bill reference work correctly under anti-markup requirements.
How can partnering with a laboratory billing specialist like CureMed benefit my lab?
Our experts bring deep knowledge of lab-specific codes, CLIA compliance, and efficient workflows to reduce denials and capture revenue from reflex testing and complex molecular panels.
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Spend 30 minutes with our revenue cycle team and we'll walk through your current setup, surface where money is leaking from denials, slow payer follow up, undercoded encounters, and quantify what cleaning it up is worth in your first 90 days. No prep, no slide deck, just a working conversation with people who do this every day.