AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

It specifies the adoption of a new quality measure into the diagnostic radiology set of the Quality Payment Program (QPP) called Excessive Radiation Dose or Inadequate Image Quality for Diagnostic Computed Tomography (CT) in Adults, with the goal of improving patient safety by optimizing CT radiation dose.

Computed Tomography 64

Computed Tomography Radiation Medicare Inpatient 64

AuntMinnie

MAY 3, 2024

We developed a step-by-step guide describing exactly how to clear and scan an inpatient with a CIED per our policy. We encourage a culture of safety that includes leadership encouraging techs to share near misses by writing an incident report whenever things don’t go 'just right,' Ellis-Land and colleagues stated. "Be

MRI 92

MRI Education Inpatient Radiology Technologist 92

Imaging Technology

APRIL 11, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 04/11/2023 - 21:18 April 11, 2023 — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule for inpatient and long-term care hospitals that builds on the Biden-Harris Administration ’s key priorities to advance health equity and support underserved communities. percentage point productivity adjustment.

Patient Safety 98

Patient Safety Inpatient Medicare Hospital 98

AuntMinnie

AUGUST 5, 2024

report of NSF in 33 dialysis patients at a St. Louis hospital. You know the next few suits will involve the hospital and the radiologists. In all cases, the hospital obtains verbal informed consent from patients receiving contrast. If you render appropriate patient care, that's the best protection."

Disease 116

Disease MRI Radiologist IT 116

AuntMinnie

JUNE 27, 2024

Under the auspices of Alara Imaging , a measure steward entity established by the university, CMS plans to adopt the measure into its hospital and physician pay-for-performance programs beginning in 2025. Administered CT radiation doses are highly variable across patients, radiologists, and hospitals throughout the U.S.

Radiation 93

Radiation Computed Tomography DICOM Hospital 93