LAB TEST DISCOUNTS FOR HEALTH PARTNERS

Visit Grassroots Labs for placing affordable, convenient lab testing orders online. No doctor’s order required. Grassroots labs offers savings of 30%-70% in most states with more than 2,500 locations to choose from. 

• This resource is ideal for tests that are ineligible for sharing (for example, pre-ex), or that you don’t intend to submit for sharing. It is also recommended for Health Partners looking to submit required labs to graduate or annually verify.
• Testing is not available in the states of AK, AZ, HI, NJ, NY, or RI.
• Your test results should show a range for normal readings. If your results do fall outside of the normal range it is important that you consult with your doctor.
• Health Partners are encouraged to use this option for the following:
  • In order to graduate and have the monthly HP fee removed, you will need to submit lab work for cholesterol and HbA1c demonstrating that you have achieved the Health Partnership goals.

Below are the two options to submit your results for the Health Partnership Program:

• Option 1: Authorize Grassroots Labs to send your results directly to Medi-Share by completing their Release of Information Form.
• Option 2: If you prefer, we will accept official results directly from you. Grassroots Labs will send your results directly to you when they become available. Please send your results to health@mychristiancare.org or fax to (321) 308-7775.

Lab draw tips:

• Fast between 8-12 hours prior to a triglyceride test for the most accurate results.
• Stay well-hydrated by drinking 8-10 glasses of water per day for 72 hours before testing.
• Some medications and supplements can affect your results. Please list all your meds.
• Be well-rested and stay calm. Undue anxiety and nervousness can affect blood pressure and some lab values.
• Blood drawn from a vein is more reliable than a finger stick. Finger stick samples may need to be repeated, especially if the finger was squeezed or milked to get the blood drop.
• Laboratories often discount a combined lipid and HbA1c test.