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MICI Q1: Radiology takes wait-and-see approach to future
By Brian Casey
The election of Donald Trump as U.S. president seems to have prompted many radiology administrators to take a wait-and-see attitude toward their future business operations, if new data from the Medical Imaging Confidence Index (MICI) for the first quarter of 2017 are any indication.
February 9, 2017
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Mass. MRI firm taps Brady for Super Bowl ad
By Wayne Forrest
It didn't take long for a Massachusetts-based imaging services provider to join in the celebration of the New England Patriots' historic come-from-behind victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI.
February 5, 2017
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Physician-focused payment models good fit for radiology
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Physician-focused payment models may be the best fit for radiology's participation in alternative payment structures under the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act, according to a study published online February 1 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
February 1, 2017
How will 2017 coding changes affect radiology?
By Carin Carlson
How will changes to current procedural terminology (CPT) codes affect reimbursement for diagnostic and interventional radiology services in 2017? Carin Carlson of Healthcare Administrative Partners tackles this question in a new column.
January 31, 2017
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3 ways to boost radiology's role in a value-based economy
By Kate Madden Yee
In an increasingly value-based healthcare arena, radiologists must look for ways to expand their role beyond the reading room, according to an article published online January 23 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
January 31, 2017
2017 01 31 14 35 01 124 Doctor Stressed 400
Medicare imaging use highest in 1st half of year
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Use of medical imaging in the Medicare system is highest in the first half of each year, according to a study published online January 28 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
January 30, 2017
Are patients getting the imaging they pay for?
By Kate Madden Yee
Patients are becoming increasingly sophisticated about healthcare services, using social media or online searches to get information -- particularly cost -- about imaging exams or procedures. But are they getting what they pay for? Maybe not.
January 29, 2017
2016 09 06 13 31 23 491 Question Mark Blue 400
MedPAC sets sights on specialty reimbursement
By Kate Madden Yee
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) is setting its sights on raising payments for primary care providers by reducing Medicare reimbursement for specialty physicians -- including radiologists.
January 24, 2017
2016 08 22 11 10 02 854 Money Belt Tighten 20160822181126
JAMA: Cancer deaths fall 20% in U.S. since 1980
By Brian Casey
The rate of annual cancer deaths in the U.S. has fallen 20% from 1980 to 2014, according to a report published January 24 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
January 24, 2017
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Is fake news a problem in radiology, too?
By Dr. Neal Klitsch
Much has been written about so-called "fake news" articles circulated via social media during the recent election campaign, and it's certainly a serious issue. But is fake news a problem in reporting on healthcare in general -- and radiology in particular? The Neighborhood Radiologist, Dr. Neal Klitsch, tackles this question in his latest column.
January 23, 2017
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6 tips for working with millennials in radiology
By Kate Madden Yee
The millennial generation -- those born between 1980 and 2000 -- is the largest generation since the baby boomers and likely the most educated in history. But when it comes to teaching and working with this group, older radiologists may be baffled as to the best approach, says an article in the January issue of the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
January 18, 2017
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Neb. radiologist tracks tornadoes to find the perfect image
By Nicole Pettit
Everyone has a way to unwind after a busy workday -- but for most radiologists, it probably doesn't include chasing tornadoes. Nebraska radiologist Dr. Derek Burdeny is the exception, tracking storms and photographing them up close and personal across the U.S.
January 17, 2017
2017 01 17 11 51 38 450 Dodge City Kansas Tornado 20170117191503
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