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The Government Wants Your Input on Consolidation in Healthcare

Ben White

The US government–specifically the Department of Justice, Department of Health and Human Services, and the Federal Trade Commission–is asking for public input about consolidation in healthcare. Again, you have until May 6 to submit your comments to the US government.

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The Roles to Include in AI Governance Conversations

Aidoc

In diagnostic imaging, the guiding principle of safety is “ALARA” or “as low as reasonably achievable.” This principle is a great example to apply to AI governance. Agile, empowered decision-making structures are essential for efficient and effective governance. Marketing : We’re all doing this together.

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CMS proposes new coverage for PET imaging agents

AuntMinnie

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed a new reimbursement plan July 10 for diagnostic PET scans that would provide separate payments for radiopharmaceuticals, as well as an extra payment for hospitals when they use domestically produced technetium-99m (Tc-99m).

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AMA Issues New Principles for AI Development, Deployment, and Use

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Wed, 12/06/2023 - 18:24 December 6, 2023 — The American Medical Association (AMA) released new principles for augmented intelligence (AI) development, deployment, and use – a critical step toward fostering a consistent governance structure for advancements in health care technology. Ehrenfeld, M.D.,

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ACR responds to Congressional query on AI reimbursement

AuntMinnie

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-authorized radiology-specific AI products intended for use in a variety of applications that use diagnostic imaging data, Thorwarth's letter noted for Congress. William Thorwarth Jr., FDA clearance that includes transparent information about the AI tool's creation.

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Tc-99m shortage expected into November

AuntMinnie

According to estimates, Tc-99m is used in 40,000 diagnostic imaging scans in the U.S. government and nuclear medicine stakeholders discussed progress on efforts to secure U.S. The HFR reactor produces and ships molybdenum-99 (Mo-99) to generator manufacturers around the world. per day, a majority in nuclear cardiology. “As

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Indica Labs Receives First FDA Clearance for HALO AP Dx Digital Pathology Platform

Imaging Technology

This 510(k) clearance allows HALO AP Dx to be utilized in conjunction with the Hamamatsu NanoZoomer S360MD Slide scanner for in-vitro diagnostic use and sets the stage for use with additional FDA-cleared slide scanners in the future. HALO AP is CE-IVDR marked for in-vitro diagnostic use in Europe, the UK, and Switzerland.