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The Rise of NPP Image Interpretation: What New Radiology Research Reveals

Diagnostic Imaging

In a retrospective review of over 110 million imaging claims for patients with commercial insurance or Medicare Advantage, researchers noted key trends signaling significant increases in imaging billed by non-physician practitioners (NPPs).

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Demystifying How Medical Images Are Managed

Median

Medical images management: how implementing proper processes and quality control can ensure maximum operational effectiveness and regulatory compliance Between February 2018 and March 2019, ~44.9 million diagnostic imaging tests were performed in England [i]. in managing images, and several components have evolved.

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The John Henry Generation: The last of the radiologists, Part 1

AuntMinnie

Multiple factors could push growth higher, such as an aging population requiring more imaging paired with heightened fears of malpractice lawsuits in emergency departments. In fact, AI itself may paradoxically work to both expand and contract imaging volumes. Diagnostic Imaging. J Am Coll Radiol. 2021;18(4):511-519.