Practice Management: Page 751

Guardian completes financing
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Radiology informatics firm Guardian Technologies International of Herndon, VA, has entered into definitive agreements with nine investors for $7 million in financing.
April 8, 2008
Reimbursement crunch throttles breast MRI CAD users
By Cynthia E. Keen
Imaging facilities using breast MRI computer-aided detection (CAD) software say that insurance payors are declining to reimburse for the technology. The payment crunch could put the brakes on the growing use of breast MRI, and may make it more difficult for breast centers to meet rising demand.
April 7, 2008
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New CMS rules alter practices in independent imaging centers
By Kate Madden Yee
Every year, administrators of independent diagnostic testing facilities (IDTFs) scan the newly published Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for changes that affect their practices. But even with the rule in plain view, figuring out if there are any changes to existing protocol can be challenging. W. Kenneth Davis Jr. of the law firm Katten Muchin Rosenman gave an overview of the changes for 2008.
April 7, 2008
European mobile imaging services market on the rise
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The European mobile imaging services market produced revenues of $205.9 million in 2007, and is expected to grow to reach $394.2 million in 2014, according to a report from market research firm Frost & Sullivan.
April 6, 2008
Stereotaxis adds to executive lineup
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Image-guided interventional surgery firm Stereotaxis has named Kevin Shifrin as senior vice president of global marketing and business development, and Magnus Holm as general manager for Europe.
April 6, 2008
Xoft medical director wins Gotham's Ira Sohn prize
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Brachytherapy device developer Xoft announced that Dr. Mark Carol, the company's medical director, has been awarded the Ira Sohn Conference Foundation Prize in Pediatric Oncology for research on new approaches for using kV x-ray-based radiation therapy for cancer patients.
April 3, 2008
The best way to run your practice? Look to corporate America
By Kate Madden Yee
The traditional business models for running a radiology practice don't work as well in an increasingly competitive economic environment, leaving groups vulnerable to losing business. Corporate America offers a model that can help practices streamline their decision-making processes and foster a strong leadership base for long-term success, according a presentation at the recent Radiology Business Management Association (RBMA) conference in San Francisco.
April 2, 2008
U.K. study finds direct access to knee MRI is cost-effective
By Rob Skelding
Sending patients with suspected internal knee damage directly to MRI before examination by an orthopedic specialist can be cost-effective, while improving the quality of life for patients, according to new research from the U.K. The study adds support to a recent policy change in the National Health Service giving general practitioners the ability to refer out directly for radiological exams.
April 2, 2008
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U.S. DOJ joins 'kickback' case against Ohio heart centers
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has joined a whistleblower lawsuit against a group of heart testing facilities in Ohio that charges the firms with allegedly providing kickbacks to cardiologists in exchange for patient referrals.
April 1, 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
RadNet revenues grow as net loss rises
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Imaging services provider RadNet of Los Angeles reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year (end-December 31) that show the company's revenue rising even as its net loss grows.
March 31, 2008
Cook wins injunction against Endologix
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Interventional technology firm Cook has received a preliminary injunction against Endologix of Irvine, CA, and four former sales representatives from violating noncompete agreements with Cook.
March 31, 2008
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