Laboratory

About Us

Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Laboratory work closely together to provide clinicians with diagnostic information for patients around Western Montana.

Community Pathology plays a vital role the diagnosis that forms the basis of patients' treatment plans, working closely with medical providers to provide diagnostic information that guide treatment decisions. Anatomic Pathology performs diagnostic services primarily through the microscopic examination of cells and tissues while the Clinical Lab analyzes blood and other body fluids for evidence of disease.

Community Medical Center Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Labs is a highly accredited organization, possessing certifications from

CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments)

CLIA

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulates all laboratory testing (except research) performed on humans in the U.S. through the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). CLIA establishes quality standards for all laboratory testing to ensure the accuracy, reliability and timeliness of patient test results regardless of where the test was performed. A laboratory is defined as any facility which performs laboratory testing on specimens derived from humans for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, treatment of disease, or impairment of, or assessment of health. 

The Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Community Medical Center Laboratory has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval. This award demonstrates the hospital's commitment to the highest-quality safety and care of patients and recognizes compliance with The Joint Commision's strict national standards.