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AMP, NSGC Issue New Recommendations for Confirming Germline Variants From NGS Tests
The guidelines are the product of a working group convened by the Association for Molecular Pathology that assessed the literature, surveys, and public comment.
UnitedHealthcare Clamping Down on Expanded Carrier Screening, Genetic Counselors, Testing Firms Say
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Like most major payors, UHC has long deemed expanded screening medically unnecessary, but some providers say it has enforced this policy more strictly as of late.
The college wants genetic counselors to work with doctors when ordering genetic tests, but not all medical geneticists agree the stance is good for patients.
Genetic Counselors Medicare Payment Bill Gaining Support Despite 'Scope of Practice' Disagreement
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The bipartisan bill is backed by more than 250 organizations, but ACMG remains opposed, arguing that ordering tests is part of the practice of medicine.
Complex Genetic Testing Errors Emerge Amid Increasing Panel Use, Consumer Access, Case Series Finds
The Cancer Journal documented 25 cases where inappropriate tests were ordered, variants were interpreted incorrectly, and wrong results were reported to patients.