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How to comply with CMS's CT radiation dose measure

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To address CT radiation dose safety issues, in 2019 CMS invited CT researchers and experts to develop a measure that could be incorporated into its programs that use financial incentives to motivate clinicians and hospitals to improve clinical outcomes and patient safety. Smith-Bindman R, Yu S, Wang Y, et al.

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How to handle software service agreements in radiology

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There are a number of important issues to be aware of when it comes to service of software-based systems like RIS, PACS, electronic medical record (EMR), and other related systems. Those that involve patient care and patient safety are always at the top of the list. Cannavo is an independent PACS consultant.

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