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ED physicians inconsistent when ordering imaging exams
By Kate Madden Yee
Emergency department (ED) physicians are inconsistent in how they order imaging exams, and this variation could lead to unnecessary imaging studies and unnecessary patient exposure to radiation, according to a study published in the September issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology.
August 27, 2019
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Imaging centers promote CT scans via Groupon
By Abraham Kim
Various imaging centers throughout the U.S. have been offering promotions for discounted CT scans through online marketing company Groupon.
August 26, 2019
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SIIM seeks new editor in chief for JDI
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM) is looking for a new editor in chief for its flagship peer-reviewed journal, Journal of Digital Imaging (JDI).
August 25, 2019
AAPM weighs in on x-ray shielding
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) on August 19 released a letter addressed to x-ray imagers regarding the use of patient gonadal and fetal shielding in diagnostic x-ray imaging.
August 22, 2019
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RSNA to launch new global learning program
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The RSNA plans to launch a new Global Learning Centers program in 2020 to improve radiology education around the world.
August 21, 2019
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Cities in New England have highest breast screening rates
By Kate Madden Yee
It's not just rural areas that are susceptible to disparities in screening mammography, but cities too -- with metropolitan areas in New England having the highest rates of mammography use, while cities in the Mountain region have the lowest, according to a study published August 20 in Radiology.
August 21, 2019
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AJR publishes primer on gender affirmation surgery
By Brian Casey
Radiologists should consider multiple issues when analyzing medical images used as part of gender affirmation surgeries, according to a primer on the topic issued online ahead of print on August 15 by the American Journal of Roentgenology.
August 21, 2019
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RADxx calls for annual awards program nominations
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The RAD Women (RADxx) networking group for women in imaging informatics has opened up nominations for its annual RADxx awards program, sponsored by Ambra Health.
August 20, 2019
Innovatus Imaging taps new CEO
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Imaging equipment service provider Innovatus Imaging has appointed Dave Johnson as its new CEO.
August 19, 2019
Is radiology corporatization positive or negative?
By Kate Madden Yee
Corporatization in radiology is increasing, and whether it is a positive or negative trend remains to be seen, according to a white paper published August 16 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
August 19, 2019
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First look at new Medicare rules for 2020
By Sandy Coffta
The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released its annual proposal for changes to the Medicare payment system for the coming year, explains Sandy Coffta from Healthcare Administrative Partners. CMS has also released new information about the existing mandate for the use of clinical decision support beginning in 2020.
August 19, 2019
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ARRT wins $10K in misrepresentation lawsuit
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) has won a lawsuit against defendant Corey Cox for misrepresenting ARRT trademarked credentials.
August 18, 2019
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