Who provides funding for CLIA?

The funding for the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) comes primarily from the users of the services. This means that laboratories and facilities subject to CLIA regulations are responsible for covering the costs associated with their compliance and certification processes. Fees collected from these laboratories contribute to the operational funding for the program, which includes activities like inspections and certifications.

While it's true that the federal government establishes and oversees CLIA regulations, the actual funding mechanism primarily relies on the fees paid by the laboratories that utilize the services. This system emphasizes the role of users in ensuring that they meet the compliance standards laid out under CLIA, making them a critical source of funding for the program.