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CLIA waiver application and requirements in Florida.

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Florida removed its separate clinical laboratory facility license; personnel requirements remain a separate question.

Sources checked 2026-09-10 · next source check due 2026-10-10

Facility or practice conditions

These findings describe the linked sources. They do not establish that your facility qualifies for an exemption or that its application is ready. Facility type, ownership, personnel, locations and exact test systems can change the requirements.

What the official sources say

  • AHCA administers the CLIA application route without the former separate state laboratory facility license.
  • Section 483.801 contains personnel-law exceptions tied to practice ownership and referral arrangements.

Fees and timing

Check the current agency fee notice and fee schedule. Government fees are separate from preparation-service fees. This source summary does not promise a processing or approval date.

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What still needs confirmation for your facility

  1. 1Document who performs testing and the applicable personnel license or statutory exception for this practice.

Frequently asked questions

What filing route does the cited Florida guidance describe?

Florida removed its separate clinical laboratory facility license; personnel requirements remain a separate question.

Which requirements are named in the cited Florida materials?

AHCA administers the CLIA application route without the former separate state laboratory facility license. Section 483.801 contains personnel-law exceptions tied to practice ownership and referral arrangements.

What do the sources establish about fees and timing in Florida?

Check the current agency fee notice and fee schedule. Government fees are separate from preparation-service fees. This source summary does not promise a processing or approval date.

Does this page confirm CLIA approval or legal compliance in Florida?

No. This is an educational prep checklist. It does not confirm approval, legal compliance, or waived status for any specific device. Verify every requirement with CMS, the FDA, and your state agency before testing.

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