ePolicy News September 2024

ASCP Supports Legal Challenges to the FDA’s LDT Rule

The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Final Rule on Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs) continues to be the object of criticism from the medical laboratory community. In addition to the lawsuit filed by the American Clinical Laboratory Association (ALCA) in May, a new lawsuit against the FDA has emerged, this time from the Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP).  ASCP strongly supports the two cases challenging FDA’s legal authority to regulate LDTs. Read more.

Gregory N. Sossaman, MD, MASCP, Installed as 2024-2025 President of the American Society for Clinical Pathology

Gregory N. Sossaman, MD, MASCP, was installed Sept. 6 as 2024-2025 President of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) during the Society’s Annual Meeting, Sept. 4-6, in Chicago, IL. Learn more about his leadership experience and background here. 

Applications Open for ASCP Forensic Pathology Rotation Scholarship Award Program

The ASCP Forensic Pathology Rotation Scholarship Award Program is now accepting applications! This initiative addresses the critical shortage of forensic pathologists in the U.S., where only 500-600 pathologists practice—far below the 1,200 needed to meet medicolegal death investigation standards. As a result, there is an unprecedented demand for forensic pathologists, driving attractive compensation, loan repayment options, and flexible career opportunities. Read more.

ASCP Seeks Changes to How CMS Pays for Pathology, Laboratory Services

ASCP recently submitted formal comments on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) CY 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. In it, ASCP raised concerns about the sustainability of CMS's proposals to ensure patient access to quality patient services. ASCP also noted that this year's rule marks the fifth straight year of the agency proposing to cut payment rates overall. Read more.

ASCP Global Health Fellowship Application Opens

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 ASCP Resident Global Health Fellowship, which allows pathology residents and fellows to engage in pathology practice in a low- to middle-income country. Eligible applicants must be Resident or Fellow-in-Training members of ASCP, currently training in pathology in the U.S. or Canada. The application deadline for this opportunity is November 1, 2024. Read more.

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