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Hospital finds cheaper facial imaging with CT versus x-ray
By Eric Barnes
Facial trauma imaging is now dominated by CT rather than radiography, say radiologists who uncovered a decade-long trend at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. But thanks to CT's evolving speed and workflow improvements, the transition has not increased the number of exams or their overall cost.
September 21, 2004
Radiologix CEO steps down
Imaging services provider Radiologix said that CEO Stephen Linehan has resigned to pursue other business and personal interests.
September 20, 2004
Molecular Imaging CEO resigns
Molecular Imaging founder, chairman, president, and CEO Paul Crowe has resigned to pursue other interests. The company's current executive team will be responsible for day-to-day operations, according to the San Diego-based firm.
September 19, 2004
Canadians continue to wait for scans in Ontario
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
A new report issued by the Ontario Association of Radiologists (OAR) shows Ontario patients are waiting longer than ever for radiology procedures, particularly CT and MRI scans.
September 16, 2004
CMS to cover PET for Alzheimer's
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
In a major win for PET advocates, the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has expanded Medicare coverage of PET to include some Medicare beneficiaries with suspected Alzheimer's disease.
September 16, 2004
MECS gets Amerinet contract
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Medical Equipment Consulting Services (MECS) has signed an agreement with group purchasing organization Amerinet of St. Louis.
September 16, 2004
Part III: Exploring PACS secrets
By Michael J. Cannavo
In the third installment of our series on PACS, consultant Michael J. Cannavo shares his tips on hiring, contracting, and working with PACS consultants.
September 16, 2004
Boundaries make for successful vendor negotiations
By Jonathan S. Batchelor
Determining and defining a facility's business boundaries are the first steps in creating a successful vendor negotiation. Two veteran imaging equipment negotiators share their experience and tips to help you get the best value for your money when it comes to equipment purchases.
September 16, 2004
2004 AHRA sets sights on prevention, planning, and profit
By Jonathan S. Batchelor
The 2004 American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) meeting in Boston from July 31 to August 5 stressed the importance of a multifaceted approach to management with an emphasis on technology, coding, retention, compliance, revenue, contracts, and training.
September 15, 2004
Analogic taps Harris as security VP
Imaging equipment developer Analogic has named Peter Harris as its vice president for security and strategy development.
September 15, 2004
Scan centers take heart in 'Clinton syndrome'
By Eric Barnes
CT screening centers in the U.S. have launched new advertising campaigns to capitalize on former President Bill Clinton's recent heart surgery. They're convinced he could have avoided the quadruple bypass in the first place had he undergone a coronary calcium scan instead of stress tests.
September 15, 2004
Archived AJR articles online for free
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Full-text access to older American Journal of Roentgenology articles will now be available to nonsubscribers, according to the American Roentgen Ray Society.
September 14, 2004
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