The Voice | Thursday, July 16
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Message from the CEO
Hello and welcome to the first issue of The Voice , the official newsletter of Simple Laboratories.

We hope this letter finds you well as we know the last few months have been busy and challenging for all of us. At Simple Laboratories, we mobilized our team and resources to respond quickly to the public health crisis. We applied our knowledge, skills, and technologies to bringing COVID-19 testing to address the needs of our community.

We feel a sense of obligation to contribute to the COVID-19 response and are fortunate to be making an impact. By p erforming both PCR and antibody testing for COVID-19, we are working diligently with providers nationwide to make testing accessible for everyone.

Our mission has never been clearer in these trying times: to deliver exceptional laboratory services for patient care. I am grateful and humbled by the extraordinary level of commitment demonstrated by our employees. They go above and beyond to meet the needs of our patients and customers. Whether working tirelessly to test at one of our local drive-thru sites or working through ever-changing COVID-19 testing landscape, our dedicated employees inspire us to deliver our mission daily.

As we fight this pandemic together, we are committed to working closely with our clients and community partners to ensure that we address your needs. We thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

Chris Yoder
Chief Executive Officer
COVID-19 Testing
The Simple Labs team works diligently to provide COVID-19 testing to patients and providers nationwide.

We perform both COVID-19 PCR and Antibody testing. We accept all patients that qualify for COVID-19 testing and can assist patients in navigating how to properly apply the available benefits. 

COVID-19 testing available with no out-of-pocket costs to the patient. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act & CARES Act require that group health plans must provide coverage for approved COVID-19 testing without imposing any cost sharing (including deductibles, copayments and coinsurance) AND will also provide claims reimbursement for testing uninsured individuals for COVID-19. 

At our headquarters in Harwood Heights, IL we are accepting patient walk-ins and referrals to the drive-thru patient service center. Please call our patient hotline number at 773-775-6743 or email covid19@simplelaboratories.com for more information.
Don't Delay Emergency Care During COVID-19
We understand during these uncertain times, people may be choosing to delay care when they should be seeking care immediately.

We want you to know that we are here for you. If you have COVID-19 symptoms or exposure, you can be tested.

Patients can call our hotline number at 773-775-6743 or email covid19@simplelaboratories.com to be screened.
Return to Work Solution
As the COVID-19 public health emergency continues, we are keenly aware of the need for COVID-19 testing for employer groups. We understand testing is important to foster safer workplace environments.

Simple Labs has been at the forefront of COVID-19 testing, and our Return-To-Work solutions can help employers protect their employees and help them return to work safely. We can work with companies of all sizes.
Please contact us at 773-775-6697 or outreach@simplelaboratories.com and a representative will reach with more information.
Preparing for COVID-19 in Nursing Homes and Long-Term Care Facilities

Nursing homes and long-term care facilities across the country have been among the hardest-hit by coronavirus. We understand many of these facilities need access to testing quickly. 

At Simple Labs, we stay committed to providing testing to those that need the most and help protect the most vulnerable populations. We have been servicing patients and nursing homes groups across the nation and we continue to do so as long as we have the capacity to assist them. Our lab staff are fully trained to assist nursing homes and long-term care facilities mitigate the spread of COVID-19. We can help put a coordinated plan and schedule in place to get the staff and residents tested in an efficient manner.

For more information click here . If you have questions, contact us at 773-775-6697 and a lab representative will reach out to walk you through the process and provide more information. You can email us at outreach@simplelaboratories.com .
Stronger Together

We expanded our community testing services to community and employer groups nationwide to make testing more accessible. We are grateful to these groups for allowing us to provide COVID-19 testing to their patients and community at large.

Through alliances like these, we can address this pandemic together and keep our communities safe and healthy. Here's a sample of the amazing organizations we work with:

  • We provide comprehensive lab testing, including COVID-19 testing to the employees and patients of the Gateway Foundation, a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment in addiction medicine.

  • In collaboration with the Village of Harwood Heights in Illinois, we operate a drive-thru testing facility for first responders and the community. Our work at the drive-thru was featured in the Chicago Sun-Times. Please click here to see the video featuring our work.

  • We service the Hamdard Center for Health and Human Services, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in the Chicagoland area, with COVID-19 testing for their patients in the community.

  • In addition, we support Association House, a non-profit organization serving multi-cultural community by providing COVID-19 and other clinical testing to their community members.
“At Gateway Foundation, patient and staff health is our number one priority. Our partnership with Simple Labs has allowed us to get our staff and patients tested in an efficient manner. Simple Labs' commitment to their clients is exemplified in a unique focus for quality both in their products as well as service. It has been great working with them.”

- Dr. Roueen Rafeyan, Chief Medical Officer, Gateway Foundation


"Simple Labs made the process quick and easy and had great customer service for our participants. They really helped us to keep our residents safe."

- Jen Allen, Supervisor, Behavioral Health Division, Association House
Crain's 2020 Notable Health Care Hero Award Luncheon

On Tuesday, June 30, Simple Labs hosted an award luncheon to celebrate Crain's 2020 Notable Health Care Hero recognition. During the event, Chris Yoder, CEO of Simple Labs, thanked Richard Lariosa, Crain's 2020 Notable Health Care Hero , for his dedication as a frontline employee during COVID-19. In addition, Chris also thanked all Simple Labs team members for their hard work and commitment during this challenging time.
Chris Yoder, CEO, Simple Labs (right) recognizing Richard Lariosa, Medical Technologist (left), as a recipient of
Crain's 2020 Notable Health Care Hero Award.
In the News
Working Through
In May, Simple Labs’ Chief Sales Officer, Narni Yoder was recognized by Chicago Sun-Times as one of the local heroes for her leadership during COVID-19. Please click here to read the news.

In addition, Simple Labs drive-thru testing facility in Harwood Heights was featured by Chicago Sun-Times. Please click here to watch the video.
Crain’s 2020 Notable Health Care Hero
Richard Lariosa , Medical Technologist at Simple Labs, was recognized as Crain’s 2020 Notable Health Care Hero. During the pandemic, Richard has played a vital role in tackling COVID-19 while delivering frontline care to our community. Please click here to read the Crain’s recognition.
AARP Celebration
In July, Narni Yoder , CSO of Simple Labs was featured by AARP Illinois to share how the company is providing compassionate frontline care to Illinois communities. Please click here to watch the video.