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ACR advocates for CPT code changes

AuntMinnie

The American College of Radiology (ACR) and other top U.S. radiology organizations recently requested CPT code changes at the American Medical Association’s (AMA) September 2024 CPT Editorial Panel meeting. Category I codes approved at the recent meeting will take effect on January 1, 2026.

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CMS invites feedback on two MIPS value pathways

AuntMinnie

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has asked for comments from the radiology community in relation to its proposed diagnostic radiology and interventional radiology Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) Value Pathways (MVPs).

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MGMA weighs in on proposed CR from Congress

AuntMinnie

Part of the proposed CR calls for delaying Medicaid disproportionate hospital share pay cuts for 2025 until January 2027 and extending certain Medicare telehealth services through 2026. Radiology groups previously expressed concern about changes to reimbursement under the MPFS.

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FAQs for Radiologists Searching for a New Job

Vesta Teleradiology

Board certification or eligibility from the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or equivalent. Subspecialty certifications in areas such as interventional radiology, mammography, or neuroradiology can enhance your job prospects. What are the trends in the radiology job market? Teleradiology: Offering remote flexibility.

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An explosion in imaging: Is this the future?

The British Institute of Radiology

The RCR predicts a 39% workforce shortfall by 2026 (equating to 3166 full time radiologists). This may create stress in the radiology department, but rest assured it also causes grey hair and sleepless nights for those that inhabit the carpeted management corridors.

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China limits exports of rare earth elements, targets CT x-ray tubes

AuntMinnie

In a statement to AuntMinnie.com , Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) President Robert Lookstein, MD, said, SIR is closely monitoring the news and will be seeking more information about how this will impact the export of yttrium for medical uses. The investigation is expected to be completed by April 4, 2026.

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