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Importance of Using Participating Laboratories
EmblemHealth·Provider News
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
EmblemHealth requires all members to be referred to participating laboratories only. Providers must use Quest Diagnostics, LabCorp, or other contracted labs for outpatient testing and establish accounts if needed.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify all EmblemHealth lab orders go to participating laboratories (Quest Diagnostics or LabCorp). Contact Quest at 866-697-8378 or LabCorp at 888-522-2677 to establish accounts if needed. Update lab referral procedures to ensure compliance with participation agreements.