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Ariz. radiologist candidate rakes in contributions
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
An interventional radiologist in Arizona who is running for U.S. Congress is off to a good start, bringing in more than $250,000 in campaign contributions.
July 16, 2017
NEMA updates SAR standards for MRI
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has revised its standards for the specific absorption rate (SAR) for MRI scans to accommodate higher-field systems, larger bore sizes, and new sensor technologies.
July 13, 2017
ASTRO updates insurance coverage policies
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) has revised its recommendations for medical insurance coverage of the use of proton beam therapy to treat cancer.
July 13, 2017
CMS releases 2018 MPFS with 1% radiology pay cut
By Kate Madden Yee
The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on July 13 released a proposed rule for the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for 2018 that includes a 1% cut in payments for radiology services.
July 13, 2017
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MAK Healthcare creates new service company
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Global medical imaging equipment supplier MAK Healthcare has launched a new independent service organization.
July 13, 2017
8 strategies to optimize radiation dose in CT
By Priscilla Butler
How can imaging providers optimize CT dose to maximize the risk-benefit ratio and deliver better patient care? In this article, Priscilla Butler from the American College of Radiology offers eight actionable strategies for managing radiation dose while still providing diagnostic quality and accuracy.
July 13, 2017
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GE Healthcare buys consulting firm
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
In a move to expand its clinical consulting services, GE Healthcare has acquired healthcare consulting firm Novia Strategies.
July 12, 2017
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Senate unveils updated healthcare bill
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
U.S. Senate Republicans have released an updated version of the Better Care Reconciliation Act, their effort to repeal and replace the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, according to a Politico report.
July 12, 2017
ACR releases updated contrast media manual
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The American College of Radiology (ACR) has released an updated guide for the safe and effective use of contrast media.
July 12, 2017
Radiology Partners continues expansion
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Imaging services provider Radiology Partners said it has added more than 70 new sites across Ohio, eastern Iowa, and Texas.
July 11, 2017
Toshiba, AHRA open Putting Patients First grant program
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The AHRA and Toshiba Medical are now accepting applications for the 10th year of their Putting Patients First grant program.
July 10, 2017
Insurance coverage for CTC boosts screening
By Erik L. Ridley
Patients who have insurance coverage for CT colonography (CTC), also known as virtual colonoscopy, are much more likely to receive any form of colorectal cancer screening -- even a different screening test such as colonoscopy, according to research published online July 11 in Radiology.
July 10, 2017
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