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Experts call for CPT codes for imaging AI reimbursement

AuntMinnie

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.

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Disparities persist in availability of diagnostic breast services

AuntMinnie

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.

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Imaging societies, advocates continue railing against Braidwood ruling

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Imaging societies and cancer screening advocates continue to criticize a recent federal ruling that challenges no-cost preventive health services. Becerra, imaging society experts said it could open the door for future legal challenges to such services. Xavier Becerra et al. While the ruling only impacts parties in Braidwood v.

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Study shows role mammography screening plays in breast cancer survival

AuntMinnie

CHICAGO -- Following through with regular mammograms is the “very best insurance” for the prevention of advanced, life-threatening breast cancer, according to research presented November 30 at the RSNA meeting. Abnormal mammogram, left. Normal mammogram, right. Images and caption courtesy of RSNA.

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Your Mammogram

Professional Radiology

Maybe you recently decided to try the best 3D mammogram experience in El Paso, have recently moved, changed doctors, or acquired new insurance, and are now going to our imaging center for your annual mammogram. So, why are these prior images so important? How Can I Obtain My Prior Images?

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Advocates, researchers herald federal breast density notification law

AuntMinnie

Breast imaging advocates have applauded the mandate since the FDA announced its planned implementation in 2023. “We’re happy there’s some clarification on breast notification laws,” said Stamatia Destounis, MD, from Elizabeth Wende Breast Care in Rochester, NY. The mandate, part of the U.S.

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Current topics in mammography

AuntMinnie

Considerations for subsequent imaging Patients identified as having dense breasts are recommended for additional imaging using MRI, ultrasound, or contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM). CEM is faster and less costly than MRI and can often be used as a follow-up to an abnormal screening mammogram when it is clinically appropriate.

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