Practice Management: Page 918

Epix hit with class-action suit
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
MR contrast developer Epix Pharmaceuticals of Cambridge, MA, has been hit with a class-action lawsuit related to a recent approvable letter the company received for its lead product in development, MS-325.
January 27, 2005
MRS shows cost-benefit strength for brain tumor diagnosis
By Jonathan S. Batchelor
In January 2004, the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services decided to continue the current noncoverage determination for proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS), stating there is inadequate evidence to conclude that MRS is necessary for diagnosing brain tumors. A research team from California, however, has presented compelling evidence that MRS use for brain tumor diagnosis is safe, accurate, and cost-effective.
January 27, 2005
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Mediscience adds clinical consultant
Photonic cancer detection device developer Mediscience Technology of Cherry Hill, NJ, said that Dr. Julian Kim of the Cleveland Clinic has joined the firm as a consultant.
January 26, 2005
New cardiac CT society forms
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Another academic society for practitioners of cardiac CT has been formed. The new Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCVCT) says it hopes to unify with another cardiac CT society that also formed this month.
January 26, 2005
The 3-tesla MRI swap: Why it's not a simple upgrade
Considering upgrading to a 3-tesla MRI system? It may not be as simple as you think. MRI architectural consultant Tobias Gilk explains why and discusses the factors you need to address before upgrading to protect your patients, your staff, and your investment.
January 26, 2005
Interventional rads still lead in peripheral arterial interventions -- for now
By Shalmali Pal
Imaging specialists still have a significant hold on percutaneous peripheral arterial interventions, but other physicians are gaining ground in this area. Cardiologists in particular may be horning in on the territory thanks to self-referral, according to a study in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
January 25, 2005
RSNA and SCAR to hold informatics symposia
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Educating practicing radiologists about the pitfalls and benefits of digital image management is the subject of a new series of educational symposia being sponsored by the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) and the Symposium for Computer Applications in Radiology (SCAR).
January 24, 2005
Acusphere taps new VP
Ultrasound contrast developer Acusphere has hired Nancy Wetherbee as senior vice president of business development.
January 24, 2005
Cardiac MR center finds success with 'one-stop shopping' model
By Shalmali Pal
SAN FRANCISCO - Whether they travel a few blocks or several miles, most patients would prefer to avoid multiple visits to various physicians. At the Nashville Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Institute in Tennessee, a patient referred for a cardiac MR (CMR) test is pretty much guaranteed that he or she won't be out of life's loop for more than a day.
January 24, 2005
AuntMinnie.com Imaging Center Radiology Insider
By Jonathan S. Batchelor
January 23, 2005
Nuclear Medicine and PET: Technology and Techniques
Representing the current standard of practice in nuclear medicine, Nuclear Medicine and PET: Technology and Techniques is well-designed and meaningful. New students, as well as seasoned veterans, will benefit from this contribution by recognized leaders in the field.
January 23, 2005
Palatin nets Medicare reimbursement code
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Contrast agent developer Palatin Technologies has received a temporary Medicare HCPCS reimbursement code for its NeutroSpec radiopharmaceutical.
January 23, 2005
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