CLIA Hot Topics Webinar Review

In this timely webinar collaboration between APHL and ASCLS, Judy Yost from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services provided a critical update on CLIA developments affecting clinical laboratories. Drawing from her extensive CMS experience, Yost walked participants through significant CLIA changes, clarified common compliance challenges, and addressed pressing questions from the laboratory community. The session covered key regulatory updates, inspection findings trends, and practical guidance for maintaining laboratory compliance. Yost’s presentation helped laboratory professionals better understand how recent CLIA interpretations and changes impact their daily operations. Participants gained valuable insights into successful compliance strategies and left with a clearer understanding of how to navigate complex CLIA requirements in their laboratories.