Meritus Medical Laboratory
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Clinical Laboratory Services in Hagerstown
Meritus Medical Laboratory is a full-service clinical laboratory committed
to quality, convenience, and reliability. We know that the test results
of every specimen represent an individual who is depending on our dedication
and expertise.
We serve the four-state region of Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Virginia. In addition to performing testing for Meritus Medical Center's patients around the clock, we have 7 centers for walk-in customers.
Our testing expertise includes:
- Chemistry
- Hematology
- Microbiology
- Bacteriology
- Immunology
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Parasitology
- Virology
- Pathology
- Cytology
- Histology
- Transfusion Services
Meritus Medical Laboratory is led by four board-certified pathologists who provide medical and technical support in addition to consultation. The balance of our technical staff is composed of medical technologists and medical laboratory technicians. Specimen collection is facilitated by our staff of 60 phlebotomists, plus a full complement of couriers and registration clerks. Highly trained customer service reps and administrative staff work diligently to provide our clients and patients with the service and results they need and deserve. We strive to maintain that dependability with every patient.
Certifications, Licenses & Accreditations
Meritus Medical Laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and adheres to the requirements of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) '88 and requirements of the State of Maryland. Meritus Medical Laboratory is enrolled in the CAP Proficiency Testing Program, the CAP Tech Sample Program, and participates in the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Check Sample Program.
Our licenses, certifications, and accreditation include:
- Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments CLIA ID# 21D0220805
- Maryland Department of Health & Mental Hygiene Permit #134 Robinwood Site
- College of American Pathologists (CAP) ID #2841701 Robinwood Site
- Maryland Department of Health & Mental Hygiene Tissue Bank Permit #TB063
- Pennsylvania Department of Health Lab ID# 20802A
- American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) Member ID# 010788
- Sentinel Laboratory Certification of Recognition
A quality control program specifically tailored to the scope of testing is maintained by each section of the laboratory. An active review process assures timely correction of untoward findings. Meritus Medical Laboratory is proud to be associated with the highly respected Nichols Institute of Quest Diagnostics. Nichols Institute provides reference laboratory services, clinical and medical consultation, continuing education, courier services, and many other value-added services.
How to Contact Us
For laboratory results and general information call:
- 301-665-4900
- 301-665-4LAB
- 800-428-2105
Our principal objective is to furnish you with consistently accurate test data along with rapid, convenient, and economical laboratory services. The laboratory staff welcomes your questions and constructive suggestions. The key members of the laboratory staff and their phone extensions are listed below for your convenience.
|
Position |
Name |
Phone |
|
Medical Director |
Michael J. O'Donoghue, M.D. |
301-665-4901 |
|
Associate Pathologist |
Jianwu Xie, M.D.,Ph.D. |
301-665-4900 |
|
Administrative Director |
Jeffrey S. Seiple, M.B.A., B.S., MT, (ASCP)SM |
301-665-4907 |
|
Supervisor
|
Floretta J. Rohrer |
301-714-4131 |
