Susan L. MurpheyUltrasoundLean principles and ergonomics aid imaging managementDiagnostic imaging practices have become increasingly difficult to manage, largely due to hard-hitting reimbursement cuts from the Deficit Reduction Act (DRA). At the same time, high rates of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSD) among imaging professionals are costing employers billions of dollars a year. Blending ergonomics with lean process improvement helps reduce injuries and increase productivity, while improving the quality of patient care and the patient care experience.April 29, 2008Page 1 of 1Top StoriesCTCT 5-star quality rating system supports optimizationThe rating framework demonstrated robust reproducibility, with three-reader concordance reaching up to 93% in highly standardized centers.UltrasoundREAD-DVT model performs well in finding DVT from ultrasound reportsDigital X-RayBone scan testing has fallen 35% among Medicare beneficiariesMRIMRI-based models may predict atypical brain development in childrenSponsor ContentNominations Are Open — 2026 Minnies
