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The Top 5 Benefits of Diagnostic Imaging in El Paso

Professional Radiology

Diagnostic imaging is an important tool used every day in healthcare to assist doctors in making the most informed decisions for their patients. Over the years, advancements in diagnostic imaging have greatly increased patients’ overall care, quality of life, and outcome when diagnosed with certain conditions.

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ECR: Implementing imaging referral guidelines shows positive impact

AuntMinnie

Implementing imaging referral guidelines not only supports value-based radiology but makes it easier to communicate with patients about low-value services, according to findings presented February 29 at ECR 2024. Low-value imaging procedures result in an ineffective allocation of resources and imposes potential danger," Tay said.

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Meet the Minnies 2024 finalists

AuntMinnie

An assistant professor of radiology and radiological science, Francis Deng, MD, is the Johns Hopkins radiology department's co-director of medical student diagnostic radiology electives. His area of expertise is neuroradiology, with a special emphasis on diagnostic imaging of the head, neck, brain, and spine. Elliot Fishman, MD.

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Few ‘surprise’ patient bills are from radiologists, study finds

AuntMinnie

Thus, to clarify the degree to which radiologists are in-network and if the out-of-network rate worsened or improved over time, the group assessed the share of radiologists’ imaging claims that were out-of-network over a 15-year period. million imaging claims for 19.5 In total, they identified 80.4 in 2007 to 1.1% in 2007 to 1.0%

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Portable Digital Radiography Provider, MinXray, Now Offers Portable Ultrasound Line

Imaging Technology

Our portable X-ray equipment provides high quality diagnostic imaging capabilities for evaluating injury and illness. “This addition helps round out our care offerings,” says Jeanne Walter, vice president of marketing and sales at MinXray.

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Radiography, Research, and You

The British Institute of Radiology

Over the next 130 years, medical imaging has undergone many varied evolutions to become a cornerstone of modern-day medicine. Radiography has exploded into a variety of modalities and specialisms from CT to Ultrasound to MRI; all driven by research and development. What is Radiography research and why is it important?

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Navigating the Digital Frontier: Tips for Transitioning to Digital Radiography in Veterinary Hospitals

Diagnostic Imaging Systems

Introduction : In the past decade, veterinary medicine has witnessed a transformative shift with the adoption of digital radiography systems in place of traditional film-based methods. This transition promises a myriad of benefits, ranging from improved image quality and diagnostic accuracy to enhanced workflow efficiency.