CLIA categorization of lab tests

Reed Tinsley, Cpa11 Sep, 2025Finance

Understanding CLIA categorization of lab tests is essential for labs, physicians, and medical administrators. This article from Reed Tinsley, CPA, clearly explains how the FDA manages test complexity under CLIA since 2003, what “waived tests,” “provider-performed microscopy procedures (PPMP),” and non-waived tests mean, and how the CLIA edits and CPT/HCPCS codes are involved. A concise and authoritative guide for staying compliant and informed. Read more.