Cuero Regional Hospital Laboratory has earned Laboratory Accreditation from COLA Inc., a leading national accrediting organization for clinical laboratories. This recognition confirms that the laboratory meets or exceeds all federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) standards and other regulatory requirements.
COLA accreditation is awarded to laboratories that demonstrate a strong commitment to quality, accuracy, and patient safety. To earn this distinction, laboratories must follow the highest standards in daily operations, consistently perform accurate proficiency testing, and successfully complete a comprehensive on-site survey.
“Achieving COLA accreditation reflects our dedication to providing reliable, highquality laboratory services for our patients,” said Beth Arellano BSMT/AMT, CLS, Laboratory Director. “This recognition reinforces our ongoing commitment to accuracy, safety, and excellence in patient care.”
COLA uses a mentoring and educationbased approach to accreditation, helping laboratories continually improve quality and patient outcomes. Through this process, CRH Laboratory has demonstrated its ability to deliver dependable laboratory results that patients and providers can trust.
About COLA Inc.
COLA Inc. is a physician- directed organization dedicated to promoting health and safety through laboratory accreditation and education. In 1993, COLA was granted deemed status by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to provide laboratory accreditation.
As a nationally recognized accreditor, COLA operates its program under a quality management system certified to ISO 9001, ensuring consistent standards and a focus on customer satisfaction and laboratory excellence. COLA accredits laboratories of all types and sizes and provides ongoing guidance to help them meet CLIA regulations and deliver high-quality services.
COLA’s Board of Directors includes representatives from its three founding organizations: the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the American College of Physicians.
About Cuero Regional Hospital:
Cuero Regional Hospital is a Rural Hospital designated as a level IV Trauma Center with 24/7 Emergency Department recently awarded The American Heart Association, Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care. The Outpatient Specialty Clinic offers over 13 specialists as well as a Wound Care Clinic, CardioPulmonary Rehab Program and Home Sleep Studies. Specialists on the medical staff include, General Surgery, Podiatry, Pain Management, and Gynecology. To learn more about our services, visit www.cueroregionalhospi-tal. org.
