How often must CLIA Waivers be renewed?

How often must CLIA Waivers be renewed?

• A. Every 2 years
• B. Every year
• C. Every 3 years
• D. Every 5 years

Answer: (A)

CLIA waivers are renewed on a two-year cycle. The CLIA program issues certificates (including waivers) that are valid for two years, and facilities must renew to stay legally authorized to perform waived tests. Renewal keeps the facility’s information current and maintains the required fee payments. This two-year renewal period applies to waivers just as it does to other CLIA certificates, so it is not every year or every several years. If the renewal isn’t completed before the certificate expires, the facility cannot legally perform waived testing until renewal is granted.

CLIA waivers are renewed on a two-year cycle. The CLIA program issues certificates (including waivers) that are valid for two years, and facilities must renew to stay legally authorized to perform waived tests. Renewal keeps the facility’s information current and maintains the required fee payments. This two-year renewal period applies to waivers just as it does to other CLIA certificates, so it is not every year or every several years. If the renewal isn’t completed before the certificate expires, the facility cannot legally perform waived testing until renewal is granted.