Thu.Nov 14, 2024

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Renewed optimism that radiologist-supported bill to ease prior authorization could pass by year’s end

Radiology Business

The bipartisan bill would simplify how payers process utilization requests in Medicare Advantage and is supported by 500 healthcare organizations and 200-plus lawmakers.

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Photon-Counting CTA for Patients with PAD: What the Research Reveals About Assessment for Stenotic Lesions

Diagnostic Imaging

New research demonstrates that photon-counting computed tomography angiography (PC CTA) provides sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy rates of 90 percent and higher for the detection of stenotic disease in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD).

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Academic radiologists earn less than peers in the specialty, but the gap is closing

Radiology Business

Docs in private practice earn median total compensation about 27% higher than academics in DR and 32% for IRs.

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New study highlights the need to include more challenging datasets in AI training

Health Imaging

A recent analysis of an already CE-marked, AI-based system that identifies pneumothorax on chest radiographs revealed a weak point in what has largely been considered a reliable support tool.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.

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FDA Clears AI-Powered MRI Software for ARIA Detection in Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease

Diagnostic Imaging

Icobrain.aria is reportedly the first AI software geared toward the detection and monitoring of amyloid-related imaging abnormalities (ARIAs) on brain MRI.

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Ultrasound Device Garners FDA De Novo Nod for Kidney Stone Clearance

Diagnostic Imaging

Emerging research demonstrated that the Stone Clear device, which facilitates post-lithotripsy clearance of kidney stone fragments, led to a 70 percent lower risk of relapse in comparison to observation in a control group.

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Highly Sensitive, Foldable Detector to Make X-Rays Safer

MedImaging Radiography

Researchers have made a breakthrough toward safer X-rays by developing a highly sensitive, foldable detector that can produce high-quality images with lower doses of radiation.

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The Evolution of Smart Manufacturing: From Isolated Equipment to Fully Integrated Systems

MRI Network

Smart manufacturing has been an industry buzzword for a while now. But what does it really mean? The occasional use of smart equipment, like Internet of Things (IoT) devices, was revolutionary just a few years ago. But now, fully integrated manufacturing systems have raised the bar. With an interconnected approach and an emphasis on data analytics, smart manufacturing has evolved to a higher standard.

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Konica Minolta Healthcare Debuts Exa Enterprise

Imaging Technology

tim.hodson Thu, 11/14/2024 - 10:12 Nov. 13, 2024 – Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, Inc.has launched Exa Enterprise, an enterprise imaging solution with its integrated PACS/RIS core powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS). By leveraging AWS HealthImaging, Exa Enterprise provides a highly scalable, web-based platform with cybersecurity measures and fast access to data to boost efficiency across imaging specialties.

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Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling

Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.

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Surgeons Weigh In: Top Indications for WBCT: Part 3

CurveBeam AI

Weight bearing CT (WBCT) imaging has fundamentally changed the evaluation and management of foot and ankle disorders such as hallux valgus, progressive collapsing foot disorder (PCFD), ankle instability, and traumatic deformities. The following panelists of experts share their insights and experiences in the use of WBCT in clinical practice as well as the future direction of the modality.

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Academic Institutions Launch Groundbreaking Healthcare AI Challenge

Imaging Technology

tim.hodson Thu, 11/14/2024 - 10:51 Nov. 13, 2024 — Mass General Brigham AI is hosting the Healthcare AI Challenge , a multi-institutional virtual, interactive series of events where healthcare professionals can explore and assess the latest AI healthcare technologies in real-world healthcare scenarios. The Healthcare AI Challenge Collaborative is launching with a diverse set of healthcare institutions and their healthcare professionals, including Mass General Brigham; Emory Healthcare; The Depar

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How Konica Minolta’s next generation, cloud-based enterprise imaging is powering one practice’s growth

Radiology Business

Finding the right enterprise imaging (EI) system is critical for radiology practices and hospitals that need to expand and scale their multi-specialty image management and reading capacity. For Houston Northwest Radiology Association (HNRA), a very large increase in the volume of images they manage and read for their hospital and outpatient clients means it’s time to commit to a next-gen EI system.

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Shimadzu Corp. Receives Design Award

Imaging Technology

tim.hodson Thu, 11/14/2024 - 11:08 Nov. 12, 2024 — Shimadzu Medical Systems USA, a subsidiary of Shimadzu Corp., recently announced the Trinias series with SCORE Opera received the prestigious design award: Red Dot Design Award 2024 in the Brands & Communication Design, Interface & User Experience Design category. The Red Dot Design Award is one of the world's largest design competitions organized by the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen in Germany.

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.

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Don’t Focus on the Perfect Pitch: How to Recruit Through Conversations w/ Blake Chastain

MRI Network

Recruiting may be a sales job where we pitch candidates to companies, but that doesn’t mean we have to be robots. Many people try to come up with the perfect script or pitch that will lead to a placement, but they miss the point. A one-size-fits-all approach will never make for long term success because you can’t build trust that way. The best recruiters know that the job is really about having open-ended conversations, listening for people’s motivation and providing the solution that’s right fo

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When Is Short-Bore MRI Too Short?

Maven Imaging

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a powerful diagnostic tool that utilizes strong magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of organs, soft tissues, and bones inside the human body.

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Radiology AI firm Mediaire raises nearly $12.7M in financing

Radiology Business

Founded in 2018, the German firm offers a suite of solutions to assist radiologists with interpreting MR images of the brain, prostate and knees.

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Konica Minolta Healthcare Launches Exa Enterprise, a Cloud-Based Image Management Solution Designed for Hospitals and Imaging Centers

Radiology Business

The new imaging solution is powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and integrates best-in-class, third-party solutions to provide an enterprise ecosystem and platform for the future.

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.

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Seno Medical Receives Innovative Technology Contract from Vizient For its Imagio Breast Imaging System

Radiology Business

Contract awarded for products that bring improvement to healthcare industry.

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