Clark Fork Valley Hospital offers a full service medical laboratory which provides a wide range of clinical and pathology laboratory services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are affiliated with regional and national reference laboratories to provide seamless service for specialized testing.
Our laboratory staff is comprised of board-certified Clinical Laboratory Scientists and Technicians with extensive experience in the field. State-of-the-art equipment on site provides the technology essential in providing accurate, timely results to clinicians. Warm, friendly service balances our technological capability to bring about personalized, high quality care.
Family Medicine Network Laboratory Services
Each of our Family Medicine offices within the county provide laboratory services. If you prefer to have your blood work done closer to home, contact the Family Medicine Network office closest to you.
Patient Instructions
When you come for your lab test, be sure to bring the lab test order if the doctor has given it to you and your insurance card. If you are having a drug screen collected, you will also need a photo ID. All patients must register at the main hospital entrance desk.
Fasting
Some tests and screenings require that you fast before your blood is drawn. The laboratory defines fasting as no food (food includes candy, mints, gum and coffee) , drink or smoking for 12 hours prior to your blood draw. Patients may still take their medications and small amounts of water unless your physician has instructed otherwise.
Common Tests/Screenings That Require Fasting:
- Lipid Panel (Cholesterol/Triglyceride Test)
- Basic Metabolic Panel (Glucose, Electrolytes, BUN and Creatinine Screenings)
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (Basic Metabolic Panel + Additional screenings)
- Glucose Testing
Insurance Coverage
Clark Fork Valley Hospital participates with a large number of insurance plans. We do not participate with all managed care or preferred provider organization plans. We will be happy to bill your insurance company directly, however, you may receive invoices for copays, deductibles or balances that will be your responsibility. Check with your insurance provider to inquire about what tests/screenings they will cover.
Advanced Beneficiary Notice
During your visit to the lab, you may be asked to sign an Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN). Medicare and many other insurance companies will not pay for certain tests that they consider experimental, a screening or not medically necessary. By signing an ABN, you are agreeing to all responsibilities related to payment for testing your insurance company does not cover. Please note that it is your right to refuse treatment if you choose to do so.
Contact Us
If you have further questions, you can contact a laboratory representative by calling (406) 826-4823.