Jonathan S. Batchelor

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2002 AHRA offers a multidisciplinary approach to radiology management
The 2002 American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) meeting in New Orleans from July 28-August 1 offered a broad spectrum of workshops and presentations on topics ranging from electronic imaging and technology to professional development to management and operations. In addition, more than 180 vendors displayed products and services to attendees in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center exhibit hall.
September 8, 2002
Molecular Imaging
RFP can define scope, chart success of mobile PET
NEW ORLEANS - A carefully crafted request for proposal (RFP) can define and guide the relationship between vendor and healthcare institution, to the advantage of both. The RFP was a terrific troubleshooter for one midwestern hospital that wanted to add a mobile PET service.
August 1, 2002
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Multidisciplinary boards might calm radiology's raucous turf battles
NEW ORLEANS - According to a presentation at the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators conference, the battle over what medical specialty conducts which imaging procedure is raging across the U.S. The past few years have seen a slew of specialties -- cardiology, vascular surgery, general surgery, orthopedics, emergency medicine, ob/gyn, endocrinology, anesthesiology, and pulmonary medicine -- all make inroads into radiology.
July 31, 2002
Economics
Employee dissatisfaction can lead to positive outcomes
NEW ORLEANS - Personnel shortages, leaner budgets, and an increasing volume of exams not only affect the quality of care, but also the disposition of healthcare professionals, who may be showing signs of strain. Managed properly, however, employee dissatisfaction can be a catalyst for better working conditions, according to a presentation at the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) meeting.
July 30, 2002
Practice Management
Service-contract survival requires savvy negotiation, oversight
NEW ORLEANS - Equipment downtime is anathema to imaging center administrators. A broken modality means patient rescheduling, professional staff standing around, and physicians left waiting for reports. With these realities in mind, a service contract from a modality manufacturer sounds like just the ticket, but buyer beware.
July 29, 2002
Practice Management
Performance metrics can help maximize investment returns
NEW ORLEANS - Meeting the divergent demands of modern-day healthcare is a daunting task for radiology administrators faced with increasing demands and declining reimbursements. In a presentation at the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators annual meeting, Mel Allen from Siemens Medical Solutions discussed the use of performance metrics to make the most of available resources.
July 28, 2002
PACS/VNA
Fear and envy are part of the game when pitching PACS to CEOs
Funding a PACS project in an institutional setting can be a Byzantine process. In order to be successful, a proposal may need to be coaxed through several committees wielding multiple agendas. Dr. James Ellis coaches you through the PACS pitch.
July 25, 2002
Molecular Imaging
Imaging agent plus PET visualizes Alzheimer’s marker
A multinational research team has successfully imaged amyloid plaques in 14 Alzheimer’s patients using PET and a compound developed at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Amyloid plaques are one of the pathological hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease.
July 22, 2002
Practice Management
RBMA radiology summit touts proactive management
The 2002 Radiology Business Management Association (RBMA) radiology summit in Naples, FL from June 2-5 offered a range of topics from regulatory changes to practice marketing to professional development in management and operations.
July 21, 2002
Practice Management
Prompt payments elusive for NJ radiologists
If you’re a New Jersey radiologist who expects prompt payment for services rendered, you may be disappointed. According to an article in the July issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology, only 70% of claims in the state are paid within 40 days.
July 17, 2002
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