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HPI: Almost a third of image interpretation done by nonradiologists

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of all imaging studies for Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries in 2022, but that the remaining 27.9% The team conducted a study that included data from 123 million 2022 Medicare Part B imaging claims. A team led by Eric Christensen, PhD, research director at the Neiman Institute, reported that radiologists interpreted 72.1%

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Automated protocoling algorithm reduces radiologist CT workload

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An automated protocoling algorithm used with a hospital's electronic health record (EHR) software reduces radiologist CT exam workload, a research team from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston has reported. Inpatient exams 3.5 The group's work was published January 17 in the American Journal of Roentgenology.

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Imaging Market Share Analysis Shows 28% of Image Interpretation Performed by Non-Radiologists

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of all imaging studies for Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries in 2022, with the remaining 27.9% The research, published June 28 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology, JACR, was based on 123 million Medicare Part B imaging claims in 2022. christine.book Wed, 07/03/2024 - 12:53 July 3, 2024 — A new Harvey L.

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Are x-rays necessary after pulling chest tubes?

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Ordering x-rays after removing chest tubes from lung surgery patients does not lead to meaningful change in patient management and prolongs hospital stays, according to a study published July 26 in the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. No patient underwent any procedure following the post-chest tube removal x-ray. days vs. 2.3

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How to comply with CMS's CT radiation dose measure

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Under the auspices of Alara Imaging , a measure steward entity established by the university, CMS plans to adopt the measure into its hospital and physician pay-for-performance programs beginning in 2025. Administered CT radiation doses are highly variable across patients, radiologists, and hospitals throughout the U.S.

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GE HealthCare and Biofourmis Collaborate on Virtual Care-at-Home Solutions

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christine.book Tue, 03/12/2024 - 12:14 March 12, 2024 — GE HealthCare and Biofourmis have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing continuity of care by enabling safe, effective, and accessible care in the home to support the patient journey beyond the hospital setting. 2022, September 19). American Hospital Association.

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Don’t Forget About the IO in the Critically Ill Patient

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Many clinicians don’t consider IO placement while others consider it a last resort or only a pre-hospital procedure. 2022 PMID: 35206981 2. Intraosseous versus central venous catheter utilization and performance during inpatient medical emergencies. Labs can be drawn from an IO to help with rapid diagnosis in emergencies.

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