Healthcare Imaging Mammogram 
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 24, 2025
Imaging AI tools and algorithms continue to be rapidly developed and deployed into clinics, but experts say theres an elephant in the room that still needs to be addressed: reimbursement. Specifically, AI supporters are focusing on the lack of current procedural terminology (CPT) codes representing imaging services performed with AI.
Professional Radiology
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Mammograms are a crucial diagnostic tool that helps doctors detect early signs of breast cancer and other breast-related issues. The truth is mammograms are generally safe when used properly, and the amount of radiation you’re exposed to is minimal. Radiation exposure is controlled and minimized to ensure patient safety.
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AuntMinnie
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic prompted an increase in the rates of negative mammograms in both screening and diagnostic settings, a study published November 14 in the Journal of Radiology Nursing found. They also found a decrease in the proportion of negative diagnostic mammograms.
AuntMinnie
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Women in racial and ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to be provided same-day diagnostic breast imaging services, despite such services being available, according to research published February 18 in Radiology. Additional imaging and possibly image-guided biopsy are recommended for women who have an abnormal screening mammogram.
AuntMinnie
OCTOBER 27, 2023
An act making mammograms more accessible in Illinois is now in lawmakers’ hands. Coverage for molecular breast imaging will be required and, in those cases where it is not already covered, breast MRI will also be covered. HB 4180 is sponsored by Reps. Nabeela Syed (D-51st District), Michael J.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 11, 2025
While the pandemic affected medical operations across the country, the experts said that radiologists developed and honed their sense of resiliency as imaging was placed on the front lines. This was something that healthcare systems in the U.S. We had to learn very quickly along the way, she said.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 24, 2024
AI software based on deep-learning algorithms is showing promise, however, for helping to improve specificity in screening mammography and other breast imaging modalities. million mammograms were performed in the U.S. Although mammogram is the most widely used screening modality, a known problem is that 9.5% Just over 40.5
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