Are there any liability issues for testing blood glucose and cholesterol for pre/post program data?

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Patty 0 August 21, 2015 0 Comments

I am thinking of providing pre and post testing of blood sugar and cholesterol and want to know if there are any restrictions or liability issues with these tests in a fitness center?

4 Answers

score 0 · Answer 1

Hi Patty,

Lifetime fitness have a similar service and they don’t have any issues. You might want to check with your liability insurance and make sure you are covered under their policy for offering such testing into your facility.

Best,
Harris

score 0 · Answer 2

Hello Patty Amidon,
Yes, I can think of a few obvious issues. My first thought is to check with your insurance provider to keep risks at a minimum. I am sure you have the waivers ready and on hand.
Take care,
Natalie aka NAPS 2 B Fit.

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There should be no issues if you are not the one actually drawing blood and testing it. The Phlebotomist and the lab will have their own insurance. You will most likely just arrange the service to be provided.

If you handle any of the information involved, you will have to be very secure with it. That would be the only liability that I can see. But it is a good idea to confirm any potential issues with the people involved and an attorney.

score 0 · Answer 4

Hi Patty,

I don’t work for Lifetime Fitness but I know they have a similar service as to the one you are thinking to offer.

https://www.lifetimefitness.com/en/programs-and-events/totalhealth/Asses…

You might want to give them a call and find out more specifics. I hope this helps.

Best,
Harris

Are there any liability issues for testing blood glucose and cholesterol for pre/post program data?

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