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CLIA Laboratory Citation Details

4
Total Citations
20
Total Deficiencyies
11
Unique D-Tags
CMS Certification Number 45D2119427
Address 720 N 77 Sunshine Strip, Harlingen, TX, 78550
City Harlingen
State TX
Zip Code78550
Phone(956) 365-4400

Citation History (4 surveys)

Survey - September 24, 2025

Survey Type: Standard

Survey Event ID: ZBVV11

Deficiency Tags: D5217 D5785 D5217 D5785

Summary:

Summary Statement of Deficiencies D5217 EVALUATION OF PROFICIENCY TESTING PERFORMANCE CFR(s): 493.1236(c)(1) At least twice annually, the laboratory must verify the accuracy of any test or procedure it performs that is not included in subpart I of this part. This STANDARD is not met as evidenced by: Based on review of the laboratory's test menu, review of the laboratory's records, and staff interview, the laboratory failed to have documentation of performing twice annual accuracy assessments for 23 of 23 tests in 2023 and 2024. The findings included: 1. A review of the laboratory's test menu identified the laboratory performed testing utilizing the following 22 stains: H&E CD 3 CD 20 CK OSCAR KI-67 MLH- 1 PMS2 MSH-6 CMV P53 Chromogranin Synaptophysin H-pylori Gastrin MSH2 SMA Trichrome Iron AFB PAS Aician Blue PAS Fungus PAS D 2. The laboratory also performed grossing the samples. 3. A review of the laboratory's records determined the facility failed to have documentation of performing twice annual accuracy assessments for each of the identified tests in 2023 and 2024. 4. The pathology manager confirmed the findings in an interview conducted on 09/24/2025 at 1000 in the laboratory. D5785

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Survey - November 18, 2021

Survey Type: Standard

Survey Event ID: XTVO11

Deficiency Tags: D0000 D5217 D0000 D5217

Summary:

Summary Statement of Deficiencies D0000 Noted deficiencies and plans of correction were discussed with the laboratory representative(s) at the exit conference. The facility representative(s) were given an opportunity to provide evidence of compliance with the noted deficiencies, and no such evidence was provided prior to survey exit. The facility was found in compliance with applicable Conditions of Participation in the CLIA program, and recertification is recommended. Note: The CMS-2567 (Statement of Deficiencies) is an official, legal document. All information must remain unchanged except for entering the

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Survey - November 5, 2019

Survey Type: Standard

Survey Event ID: 6WPE11

Deficiency Tags: D5219 D6107 D6128 D0000 D5219 D6107 D6128

Summary:

Summary Statement of Deficiencies D0000 Noted deficiencies and plans of correction were discussed with the laboratory representative at the entrance and exit conferences. The facility representative was given an opportunity to provide evidence of compliance with the noted deficiencies, and no such evidence was provided prior to survey exit. The facility was found to be in compliance with applicable Conditions of Participation in the CLIA program, and recertification is recommended. Note: The CMS-2567 (Statement of Deficiencies) is an official, legal document. All information must remain unchanged except for entering the

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Survey - March 21, 2018

Survey Type: Standard

Survey Event ID: B3W612

Deficiency Tags: D5411 D5429 D5209 D5413 D5601

Summary:

Summary Statement of Deficiencies No Tags No deficiency details available. Statement of Deficiencies (X1) Provider/Supplier/CLIA Identification Number (X3) Date Survey Completed Name of Provider or Supplier Street Address, City, State -- 1 of 1 --

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