ASCLS continues collaborative efforts to address laboratory reimbursement and workforce issues.
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Washington Beat is intended to provide a timely synopsis of activity in the nation’s capitol of importance to clinical laboratory practitioners. This section is coordinated by Paula Garrott, Co-chair of the ASCLS Government Affairs Committee; and Don Lavanty, ASCLS Legislative Counsel. Direct all inquiries to ASCLS, (301) 657-2768 ext. 3022, (301) 657-2909 (fax); or mail to ASCLS, 6701 Democracy Boulevard, Suite 300, Bethesda MD 20817, attn: Washington Beat. WASHINGTON BEAT
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Clinical laboratory science : journal of the American Society for Medical Technology
دوره 21 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2008