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Teleradiology misread lawsuit results in over $15M jury award

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A heightened gross negligence standard's applicability to teleradiologists covering the hospital emergency department may have influenced a $15.5 million jury award in a Georgia radiology malpractice lawsuit, according to a report published April 4 by Law.com. The case stemmed from an overnight remote radiology read for Gwinnett Medical Center (GMC) in 2018.

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Medicare instructs contractors to begin covering CT colorectal cancer screening

Radiology Business

CMS emphasized that all coinsurance and deductibles should be waived for the exam, noting that MACs have until July 1 to comply with the change.

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AdvaMed and 9 partners urge medical product tariff exemption

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The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed)and nine partner organizations are urging the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative to exempt medical and dental supplies, equipment, and devices from tariffs. The coalition includes the American Dental Association (ADA), the American Association for Homecare (AAH), America's Essential Hospitals (AEH), the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), Conquering CHD, the Preeclampsia Foundation, the Prevent Cancer Foundation, and the Seps

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Radiology Business Management Association names annual award winners, new board

Radiology Business

Sara Nofziger-Drew, vice president of revenue cycle services for R1 RCM, took home the RBMA's top honor, the prestigious Calhoun Award.

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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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Digital Twin of the Heart

Open Medscience

Digital Twin of the Heart creates a precise virtual model to predict, monitor, and improve cardiovascular health outcomes. The post Digital Twin of the Heart appeared first on Open MedScience.

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