AuntMinnie

MARCH 4, 2025

F-18 fluoroestradiol (FES) PET may improve staging of grade 1 or 2 estrogen receptor (ER)-positive breast cancer compared with F-18 FDG-PET, according to an article published March 4 in Radiology. Nuclear medicine physicians analyzed both sets of images and determined disease stages, with final stages verified via biopsy. (B)

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Radiology Business

APRIL 29, 2024

Out-of-pocket charges can range from $234 for a diagnostic mammogram to over $1,000 for a breast MRI, according to a recently commissioned study.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Radiologists and radiology practices can become active partners in efforts to assist patients along their imaging journey and overcome existing barriers to equitable cancer screening care for traditionally marginalized populations," wrote a group led by Peter Abraham, MD, of the University of California, San Diego.

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Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Gaps in coverage result in individuals paying anywhere from $234 for a follow-up diagnostic mammogram to over $1,000 for a breast MRI, Komen estimates.

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 28, 2024

With AI-mediated cyberattacks on the rise, radiologists can find it challenging to balance prompt patient access to diagnostic imaging while safeguarding sensitive healthcare data. Radiology's operating model depends heavily on interoperability between different healthcare and imaging systems for efficient patient examination and diagnosis.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 16, 2025

Mammography remains one of the most critical areas of radiology practice -- and one that is facing changes in reporting requirements and reimbursement policy. Even with additional mammography reporting requirements placed on radiology practices, the reimbursement value of mammography services has not changed to reflect the extra work.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

A novel AI tool can accurately detect and characterize macrocalcifications on mammography, an Italian study published November 7 in European Radiology Experimental found. To do so, three radiologists annotated a dataset of mammograms using histology-based ground truth.

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Professional Radiology

AUGUST 28, 2023

At Professional Radiology, we believe early detection is the key to effective breast cancer prevention. The Benefits of Regular Mammograms for Women Mammography plays a crucial role in breast cancer prevention by contributing to early detection, which is one of the most effective ways to reduce mortality and improve treatment outcomes.

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Vesta Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Radiology is constantly evolving, with advancements and challenges shaping how providers deliver care. Artificial Intelligence (AI): Revolutionizing Radiology in 2025 AI continues to make waves in radiology, offering improved diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. Read more about AI advancements in radiology here.

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 29, 2024

The reduction for the bilateral mammogram 77066 was 1.36%, reflecting an increase in RVU valuation that somewhat offsets the conversion factor cut. Effect on professional component reimbursement The single-view chest x-ray 71045 professional fee was cut 5.55%.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Researchers are warning that the COVID-19 vaccine can manifest on imaging in ways that appear to be disease, according to two studies published February 24 in the American Journal of Roentgenology and Radiology. Ultrasound from diagnostic work-up performed seven days later showed no change in lymph node size. BI-RADS 3 was assigned.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 21, 2024

christine.book Tue, 05/21/2024 - 10:36 May 21, 2024 — According to a newly-published study of nearly 5,000 screening mammograms interpreted by an FDA-approved AI algorithm, patient characteristics such as race and age influenced false positive results. Nguyen, M.D.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 10, 2024

A deep-learning algorithm can rule out the presence of breast cancer on screening mammograms, improving specificity and yielding significant workflow and downstream savings, according to research published April 10 in Radiology. dataset 1: 143,593 mammograms interpreted by 11 breast radiologists from 2008 to 2017 U.S.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 22, 2023

milla1cf Mon, 05/22/2023 - 13:25 May 22, 2023 — Incorrect advice by an AI-based decision support system could seriously impair the performance of radiologists at every level of expertise when reading mammograms, according to a new study published in Radiology , a journal of the Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ).

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Clermont Radiology

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

One question our technologists are asked frequently is, “What’s the difference between a diagnostic mammogram and a screening mammogram?” Screening Mammogram A Screening Mammogram is a routine x-ray exam for women who have not experienced any symptoms or abnormalities with their breasts.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 17, 2024

mtaschetta-millane Wed, 07/17/2024 - 10:58 July 17, 2024 — LG Electronics (LG) is accelerating its B2B medical device business, expanding its lineup of diagnostic monitors with the new 21HQ613D-B, which was recently cleared by the U.S. LG’s expanded lineup of diagnostic monitors covers the major display needs of large hospitals.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The announcement was made at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 2024 Annual Meeting in Chicago. These findings demonstrate AI’s ability to enhance diagnostic accuracy and significantly improve screening efficiency. Previously, the waiting time for a clinical mammogram was five to six weeks.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 29, 2024

a global leader in clinically proven AI-powered cancer detection solutions, announced a strategic agreement with Windson g Radiology Group, one of US Radiology Specialists, Inc.’s s national network of premier providers of diagnostic imaging services located in Western New York.

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 18, 2024

A radiologist’s perception when viewing a complex MR image may be akin to a Major League Baseball (MLB) batter reading the stitches on a fastball, according to researchers exploring exactly how diagnostic interpretations are made. They found that some observers performed better than expected for their rank and years of experience.

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Professional Radiology

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Early detection can save lives, and that’s why Professional Radiology wants to encourage all women age 40 and over to take advantage of our Women’s Health 3D Mammography screenings throughout the month of October at our El Paso, TX facility. Now is the time. this year alone. this year alone.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 30, 2024

Dissenting views The USPSTF's recommendations differ with many professional organizations, such as the American College of Radiology (ACR), Society of Breast Imaging (SBI), the European Society of Breast Imaging (EUSOBI), and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).

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Delaney Radiology

OCTOBER 11, 2023

The American Cancer Society recommends starting annual mammogram screenings at age 40. Mammogram Screening Mammogram: Screening mammograms take 2 or more images of each breast. Diagnostic Mammogram: Diagnostic Mammograms are ordered for a variety of reasons and may assess one or both breasts.

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The Radiology Clinic

MARCH 28, 2022

Screening Mammograms have proven to be essential for the early detection of breast cancer. What Is A Screening Mammogram? A mammogram is an examination that uses a special low dose X-Ray machine to evaluate breast tissue. The mammogram unit is designed specifically for breast imaging. Are Screening Mammograms Risky?

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Midstate Radiology Associates

JANUARY 3, 2025

High-Risk Screening Program Midstate Radiology Associates, one of the first Radiology providers in the United States to offer a high-risk screening program within all Womens Imaging locations, is a proud partner of CARE, a secure application to collect and analyze patients medical information and family history.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Topics include the following: Lunit's AI model combines new and existing AI algorithms to filter normal chest radiographs from the radiology workload An exploration of the accuracy and robustness of Lunit's Insight MMG compared with radiologist readers Lunit's AI model tracks mammographic parenchymal patterns as predictive markers for breast cancer (..)

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Clermont Radiology

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Maybe you have recently moved, changed doctors, or have new insurance and now, are going to a different imaging center for your annual mammogram. Either way, the new imaging center will very often request that you provide the images from your previous mammograms. In this case, the radiologist may recommend a diagnostic mammogram.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 4, 2023

Thorwarth, MD, FACR, Chief Executive Officer of the American College of Radiology (ACR) presented testimony to the U.S. RESCUE compared two diagnostic imaging approaches, using coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) and single photon emission computed tomography myocardial perfusion imaging (SPECT MPI). (3)

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Aidoc

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Why Breast Density Matters in Cancer Screening Dense breast tissue affects screening in two key ways: Reduced Visibility : Dense tissue appears white on mammograms, as do tumors, making it harder to detect abnormalities. Inter-radiologist Variation : Assessments can vary up to 33% 1 when different radiologists interpret the same mammograms.

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Aidoc

MARCH 31, 2025

While mammography is still a trusted method for both screening and diagnostic purposes in detecting breast malignancies, tomosynthesis is now the dominant model for both screening and diagnostic exams. This breast AI supports screening and diagnostic evaluations for 2D mammograms and tomosynthesis (also known as 3D mammograms).

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Midstate Radiology Associates

JUNE 10, 2021

Studies in Clinical Imaging and Radiology have identified one temporary side effect of receiving a COVID-19 vaccine that may appear during breast imaging: Swollen lymph nodes on the same side of the body that the vaccine was administered. Swelling under the arm can result in falsely indicating the presence of breast cancer.

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Capitol Imaging Services

JULY 21, 2022

A combination of canceled elective screenings and procedures, staff and PPE shortages, office closures, and personal health concerns all contributed to a decline in the number of routine mammograms provided for at-risk women. Why do I need a Mammogram Every Year? The result is a rise in breast cancer diagnoses.

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Vesta Teleradiology

JANUARY 8, 2025

For communities in Illinois and Ohio, where many rural hospitals and outpatient centers serve as lifelines, ensuring timely and accurate radiological services is crucial. Radiologists must inform patients if they have dense breast tissue, a factor that can obscure mammogram results and increase cancer risks.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM) has tradeoffs when it comes to imaging women with extremely dense breasts, according to research published October 1 in Radiology. The researchers evaluated CEM’s diagnostic performance in this population, collecting data from consecutive CEM exams in asymptomatic women performed between 2012 and 2022.

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Capitol Imaging Services

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

Capitol Imaging Services has served tens of thousands of women with our women’s health examinations in screening mammography, diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, bone density studies, breast MRI and breast biopsy. Our independent facilities streamline our processes because screening and diagnostic testing is all we do.

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Vesta Teleradiology

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

By transmitting radiological images from one location to another for interpretation by specialists, teleradiology ensures that patients receive timely and accurate diagnoses regardless of their geographical location. This approach addresses staffing challenges and enhances patient care by providing timely, expert interpretations.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 24, 2024

With the latest high-end medical display technology from LG, physicians can analyze radiological and mammogram images with complete confidence. LG Diagnostic Monitor (Model 32HQ713D 8MP Resolution) The LG Diagnostic Monitor. That leaves 9.5%

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Introduction: Regular mammograms are rays of assurance, providing comfort and playing a vital role in safeguarding women’s health. This blog explores the significance of regular mammograms, emphasizing their importance in early breast cancer detection and peace of mind.

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