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Nonphysician practitioners' growing role in imaging interpretations

Health Imaging

It has long been known that NPPs increase utilization of radiology services, but new data indicate that they also are increasingly taking on more imaging interpretation responsibilities.

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HPI: Almost a third of image interpretation done by nonradiologists

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The results were published on June 28 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. Cardiologists interpret most cardiac imaging, and a greater share [of it] than radiologists for all modalities except cardiac CT," Christensen said in a statement released by HPI. Nuclear medicine 11.8% Ultrasound 0.4% X-ray -- -- 97.9%

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Non-Physician Providers Increasingly Used in Imaging Interpretations

Vesta Teleradiology

The role of non-physician practitioners (NPPs) in healthcare , including radiology, is growing due to physician shortages. A study published in Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology examines the increasing trend of NPPs taking on imaging interpretation responsibilities. Contact us to learn more.

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Image-interpretation market scoreboard: Radiologists 72%, others 28%

Radiology Business

Radiologists interpret almost all imaging studies generated in hospital settings for indications other than cardiac concerns.

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Imaging Market Share Analysis Shows 28% of Image Interpretation Performed by Non-Radiologists

Imaging Technology

According to a written study summary released by HPI, market share varied by imaging modality; radiologists interpreted 97.3% of radiology/fluoroscopy (XR), 50.9% The research, published June 28 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology, JACR, was based on 123 million Medicare Part B imaging claims in 2022.

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Ensuring Peak Radiology Precision: Unveiling How Teleradiology Services Guarantee Optimal Quality in Image Interpretation (Jammu, Kashmir, Ramban, Reasi, Samba, Udhampur, Anantnag)

Future Teleradiology

Teleradiology Introduction: In the realm of healthcare diagnostics, precision in radiology is paramount. Teleradiology services have emerged as a pivotal player in ensuring peak radiology precision. Discuss how cutting-edge equipment contributes to optimal image clarity for meticulous interpretation.

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Billing claims for nonphysician image interpretation leapt 27% over a 5-year period

Radiology Business

"Since several states are shifting toward granting NPPs more autonomy, this is something worth watching," the study's author told Radiology Business.