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Nearly half of outpatient MRI orders are delayed

AuntMinnie

It's crucial to mitigate the factors that cause these delays -- which negatively affect patient care, wrote a team led by Ronilda Lacson, MD, PhD, of Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. Therefore, timely access, performance, and interpretations of an advanced imaging examination is critical for patient care."

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Choosing the Right Diagnostic Imaging Center: What Patients Should Consider

TRA Medical Imaging

Certified centers often adhere to the highest standards of patient care, and their equipment is regularly inspected to ensure accuracy. This means the staff should communicate clearly, answer your questions, and make the process as stress-free as possible. It’s always worth inquiring about these options if cost is a concern.

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How to Pick the Best Teleradiology Company

Vesta Teleradiology

However, selecting the right teleradiology company is paramount to ensure high-quality patient care and seamless integration into existing workflows. Ideally, they should offer rapid reporting to facilitate prompt patient care and treatment decisions.

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Cloud-Based Automated Revenue Collection and Prior-Authorization Workflow Solutions for Exa Platform Launched at RSNA 2023

Imaging Technology

Using artificial intelligence to efficiently identify patients at risk for critical missed follow-up care, Exa Connect closes this gap in patient care. Good communication between patients and providers may potentially enhance patient safety and outcomes, improve the coordination of care and decrease the cost of care.4

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The PACSman Pontificates: Is radiology ready for AI and vice versa?

AuntMinnie

only six out of the 300+ regulatory-approved AI applications in radiology are reimbursed worldwide” and the “… lack of public funding is a significant obstacle for advancing AI in radiology and could delay the realization of AI’s full potential in improving patient care.”

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Blue Earth Diagnostics and PETNET Solutions Inc, A Siemens Healthineers Company, Announce U.S. Commercial Availability of POSLUMA (Flotufolastat F 18) Injection for PET Imaging of Prostate Cancer

Imaging Technology

“Our product introduction plan for POSLUMA includes practical education programs for physicians and staff at imaging centers to educate them on the appropriate use of POSLUMA, including image acquisition and reader training programs to help ensure the best information is available to inform patient care.

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Latest News in Outpatient Radiology Centers

Vesta Teleradiology

Issues with Outpatient Imaging Appointments A recent study published in Academic Radiology reveals that nearly 24% of outpatient imaging appointments are missed, with the majority due to patient cancellations rather than no-shows. Shortages in qualified personnel or high turnover rates can strain operations and affect patient care.