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Coding changes that will impact diagnostic and interventional radiology practices in 2025

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Diagnostic radiology MRI Safety A new CPT subsection has been established for reporting six new codes describing MR safety services, including implant or foreign body evaluation, safety consultation, electronics preparation, and implant positioning or immobilization. PC-1.97 $120.01 $63.72 64467 unilateral; by infusion(s) G-6.86

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Disparities persist in availability of diagnostic breast services

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Women in racial and ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to be provided same-day diagnostic breast imaging services, despite such services being available, according to research published February 18 in Radiology. Additional imaging and possibly image-guided biopsy are recommended for women who have an abnormal screening mammogram.

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Generative AI, radiologist shortages feature in 2024 Minnies

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He earned his medical degree at the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at the University of Florida. In fact, this year is his record fifth win in the Most Effective Radiology Educator category. Education is always changing," he told AuntMinnie.com. "In Fishman, MD.

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Clinicians need education regarding HCC surveillance resources

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Clinicians need education to understand hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) tracking and surveillance resources, according to research published May 14 in JAMA Network Open. This includes a perceived lack of diagnostic radiology resources, with ultrasound being the go-to imaging modality for liver surveillance.

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ChatGPT tested on cardiac imaging questions

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ChatGPT would require further refinement before being used clinically to help educate patients about cardiac imaging, according to a study published May 23 in Clinical Imaging. Questions ranged from those on simple diagnostic subjects (“My doctor wants to run tests to diagnose coronary artery disease.

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Wider use of cardiac PET faces challenges

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include education, advocacy, and industry partnerships, according to a study published January 10 in the Journal of Nuclear Cardiology. Cardiac PET MPI has emerged as a key tool for diagnosing and managing patients with cardiovascular diseases, especially coronary artery disease, yet overall it remains underutilized in the U.S.,

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DetectedX Launches MyImageDx Online Learning Platform for Radiology Educators at Association of University Radiologists and Society of Breast Imaging Meetings

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Introduced at RSNA , MyImageDx enables educators to leverage existing DetectedX content or load their own educational content for easily accessible and secure online learning. The next generation technology transforms the teaching and learning experience for clinicians, educators and students alike.