HNL Lab Medicine, a regional leader in high-quality, innovative laboratory medicine services, announces the opening of a patient service center in Pennsburg at the Lehigh Valley Health Network Health Center at 101 W. 7th St., Pennsburg. Patients can access this facility Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

            "HNL remains committed to the health and well-being of residents in and around the Lehigh Valley, and we continue to expand patient access to laboratory testing in the region," said Jessica Bargilione, director of marketing for HNL Lab Medicine. "We are proud to now offer a patient service center in Pennsburg, with plans underway to grow our network locally and beyond."

            In addition to offering a full range of testing and related services, HNL Lab Medicine plays an important ongoing role in the region's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, having processed nearly 500,000 COVID-19 specimens in 2021.

            At HNL Lab Medicine's new Pennsburg location — and at all patient service centers — no appointments are needed and wait times are typically less than 15 minutes. Patients may check-in online through HNL Lab Medicine's website, www.hnl.com/Locations.

            HNL Lab Medicine prides itself on making every patient experience quick and comfortable and holds its phlebotomists and staff to the highest standards of professionalism and kindness.

            HNL Lab Medicine's commitment to fast service extends to receiving test results as quickly as possible. Most tests are completed within 24 hours after reaching HNL's state-of-the-art reference laboratory in the Lehigh Valley.

            When patients sign up for MyHNLAccess' free patient portal, they can easily view their results on their computer, smartphone, or other mobile devices and receive a text message when results are available.

            HNL Lab Medicine offers self-pay options which may be an economical choice for patients without insurance or for those who participate in high-deductible health plans. An additional convenience is the ability for patients to order many tests online through their direct access service, Lab Tests Direct, at www.HNLlabtestsdirect.com.

            HNL Lab Medicine accepts all insurance plans and will directly bill a patient's primary insurance company. HNL Lab Medicine has a patient-friendly billing policy and offers payment plans and online billing support services.