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ACR, ARRS explore greater collaboration
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American College of Radiology and the American Roentgen Ray Society are exploring collaborative efforts between the two radiologic organizations -- with one possibility being a merger of the groups.
May 20, 2008
NEMA publishes MRI quality standards document
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) of Rosslyn, VA, has published a new guidance document covering MRI image quality.
May 18, 2008
ACNP elects new president
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American College of Nuclear Physicians (ACNP) has named Dr. Hazem Chehabi as its new president. The selection came at the Reston, VA-based organization's annual meeting.
April 22, 2008
Fuji awards ARRS grants
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Fujifilm Medical Systems USA awarded two educational grants at the recent 2008 American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) meeting in Washington, DC.
April 21, 2008
ABII adds new CIIPs
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American Board of Imaging Informatics (ABII) has welcomed 87 new Certified Imaging Informatics Professionals (CIIPs) to its ranks.
April 21, 2008
Criticism aimed at radiation-estimate Web site
By Lin Muschlitz
The need to eliminate misunderstandings about the radiation dose of advanced imaging exams persists, especially as the number of studies rises. But when is information useful, and when is it confusing? American Imaging Management of Chicago is tackling the issue with its patient exposure Web tool, but has drawn criticism for what some imaging experts see as questionable comparisons.
April 17, 2008
NOPR asks CMS to expand FDG-PET coverage
By Wayne Forrest
The National Oncologic PET Registry (NOPR) has formally asked the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to expand reimbursement for the use of FDG-PET in oncology applications. The request asks CMS to expand FDG-PET coverage for the diagnosis, staging, and restaging of all oncology applications not currently covered by Medicare and Medicaid.
April 10, 2008
ASRT elects new officers
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Members of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) have elected vice president Diane Mayo as president-elect of the society's board of directors for the 2008-2009 term.
April 1, 2008
SIR study: Women not told of UFE option
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
A study presented at this week's Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) meeting in Washington, DC, found that women with uterine fibroids aren't being told that uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is a treatment option for their condition.
March 18, 2008
Part XVIII: Exploring PACS Secrets -- Hiding out in plain view: PACS at HIMSS
By Michael J. Cannavo
The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) annual meeting was once again in Orlando, FL, and this year PACS consultant Michael J. Cannavo was there. He shares his thoughts on the show from a PACS point of view -- everything from cardiology PACS and peripherals to the lack of PACS educational sessions.
March 9, 2008
American Cancer Society recognizes virtual colonoscopy screening benefit
By Erik L. Ridley
Virtual colonoscopy got a major boost today following the decision by the American Cancer Society to add the study to its screening guidelines for colorectal cancer. The decision could pave the way for broad acceptance of virtual colonography as a screening tool and widespread reimbursement by third-party payors.
March 4, 2008
Liberty Alliance creates healthcare public interest group
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Liberty Alliance has launched a global public forum to develop an interoperable, secure, and private information exchange system for healthcare.
February 21, 2008
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