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Imaging startup Ezra hopes to launch 15-minute, $500 whole-body MRI by 2026

Radiology Business

The New York-based healthcare AI firm has scored U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance for its Ezra Flash, a class 2 medical device.

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Radiology update, reminders, and tips for MIPS

AuntMinnie

Most recently, CMS announced that the 2023 data submission deadline would be extended until April 15, 2024, due to the cyberattack at Change Healthcare in February, and that practices affected by the cyberattack could apply for an Extreme and Uncontrollable Circumstances (EUC) Exception. Erin Stephens. ET on December 31, 2024.

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MR departments seek to leverage AI to improve workflow, productivity

AuntMinnie

In 2023, 30% of MRI sites are planning to purchase a new scanner between 2023 through 2026. Survey respondents listed the following manufacturers being considered for these purchases: Siemens Healthineers (53%), GE HealthCare (50%), Philips (30%), Canon Medical Systems (14%), Fujifilm Medical Systems (11%), and United Imaging Healthcare (8%).

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AI in Healthcare: Breaking Down Cultural Barriers to Transform Patient Care

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At the recent DACH Healthcare Innovation Summit in Berlin, a panel of leading healthcare executives and practitioners tackled a pressing reality: the biggest barrier to AI adoption in medicine isnt the technologyits us. Healthcare professionals must be equipped with digital competencies and AI education from day one.

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ACR Highlights Healthcare-Related Artificial Intelligence Bills in 2024 State Legislative Sessions

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 06/24/2024 - 20:27 June 24, 2024 — Legislative efforts across numerous states in 2024 focused on the integration of artificial intelligence ( AI ) in healthcare, reflecting several trends and priorities. The bill passed the Assembly and is currently in the Senate. CA Senate Bill (SB) 1120 . The bill would mandate that, by Jan.

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How are radiology practices impacted by annual changes to the MPFS?

AuntMinnie

Incentive payments for practices participating in the Quality Payment Program’s Alternative Payment Models were increased from 0.75% to 2.63% for performance year 2024 (payment year 2026). Healthcare Administrative Partners will continue to keep you abreast of the Medicare payment system.

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MGMA weighs in on proposed CR from Congress

AuntMinnie

Congress " a mixed bag " when it comes to addressing healthcare concerns. It has until December 20 to pass the measure or face a funding lapse for federal services, including those in healthcare and health sciences. The Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) is calling a proposed continuing resolution (CR) from the U.S.

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