Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA)

CLIA

The objective of the CLIA program is to ensure quality laboratory testing.  Although all clinical laboratories must be properly certified to receive Medicare or Medicaid payments, CLIA has no direct Medicare or Medicaid program responsibilities. The program is administered by the federally regulated Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) agency.

The CMS CLIA website has information such as Regulations, forms, brochures, etc.

State Operations Manual, Appendix C – Survey Procedures and Interpretive Guidelines for Laboratories and Laboratory Services (Federal Program):

Applications & Change of Ownership:

Complete Form CMS-116 for either:

Click here to view CLIA Frequently Asked Questions.

Contact Information

Health Facility Services
5800 W. 10th St., Suite 400
Little Rock, AR  72204
Phone: 501-661-2201
Fax: 501-661-2165
[email protected]

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