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Are patients satisfied with interventional radiology experiences?

AuntMinnie

Interventional radiologists who excel in communication, positive outcomes, and cultural competence receive high patient ratings, according to a study presented at the recent RSNA meeting. These platforms provide insights into a physician care quality, including interventional radiologists, by capturing positive and negative feedback.

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Responding to criticism from radiologists, feds aim to fix dispute resolution under No Surprises Act

Radiology Business

The rule seeks to improve communication between health insurers, physicians and the independent entities that arbitrate disagreements over out-of-network payments.

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Breast, colorectal cancer screening numbers rebound post-COVID

AuntMinnie

Improving patient communication around cancer screening and providing patient navigators to assist with the structural and cost barriers to screening are two ways health systems can help with successful screening rebounds, Star told AuntMinnie.com. This did not significantly change in individuals without insurance.

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Choosing the Right Diagnostic Imaging Center: What Patients Should Consider

TRA Medical Imaging

Additionally, the staff should include certified radiologic technologists and board-certified radiologists who specialize in interpreting various imaging modalities. Expertise of the Radiologists The experience and specialization of the radiologists interpreting your images are critical. Learn more about TRA Endovascular !

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Radiology among least affected services during Ukraine war

AuntMinnie

Radiologists in Ukraine have shared stories on their experiences, from living in the basement of their respective clinics to treat patients while evading bombings, to adjusting their workflows to continue delivering care. One radiologist based in Ukraine shared her perspective on the current state of medical imaging in Ukraine.

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Behind the Decision-Making Process of Purchasing X-Ray Equipment

Everything Rad

While hospital financial officers and supply chain administrators control the purse strings and make the ultimate financial decisions, they must consider the needs and desires of those handling the equipment such as Radiologic Technologists (medical imaging technologists) and in some cases radiologists. Who is Making the Purchases?

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Regulatory issues facing radiology groups in 2024

AuntMinnie

Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) The MPFS Final Rule for 2024 included a suspension of the regulation that would have penalized radiologists for the failure to order physicians to consult AUC when ordering advanced diagnostic imaging. We will analyze the impact of those various changes in an upcoming article.

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