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New CPT Codes for 2025: What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know

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Source: Coding Clarified Implications for Healthcare Providers These updates are not just administrative changes; they have real-world implications for patient care and healthcare operations. Audit and Educate: Conduct audits to identify gaps in compliance. Compliance Officers: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

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Understanding the New Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) Amendment: What It Means for Healthcare Facilities and Patients

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In a significant move to enhance breast cancer detection and patient care, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently enacted a final rule under the Mammography Quality Standards Act ( MQSA ). Let’s explore what this new rule entails and what it means for healthcare facilities and their patients.

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Latest News in Outpatient Radiology Centers

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Issues with Outpatient Imaging Appointments A recent study published in Academic Radiology reveals that nearly 24% of outpatient imaging appointments are missed, with the majority due to patient cancellations rather than no-shows. Shortages in qualified personnel or high turnover rates can strain operations and affect patient care.

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How to Pick the Best Teleradiology Company

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However, selecting the right teleradiology company is paramount to ensure high-quality patient care and seamless integration into existing workflows. Here are some important considerations: Quality and Expertise : Assess the qualifications and experience of the radiologists employed by the teleradiology company.

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Demystifying How Medical Images Are Managed

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Medical images management: how implementing proper processes and quality control can ensure maximum operational effectiveness and regulatory compliance Between February 2018 and March 2019, ~44.9 Quality control and reduction of risk : advocating quality throughout the imaging process ensures that risks are also mitigated [vi].

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Bringing advanced radiology services to Bahrain through the Teleradiology Revolution (Manama:, Muharraq:, Riffa:, Hamad Town:, Isa Town:, Juffair:, Seef, Madinat Hamad:, A’ali:, Hidd:)

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Quality Assurance : Implementing a teleradiology program should include robust quality assurance measures to ensure accurate and consistent interpretations of medical images. Privacy and Security : Patient data privacy and security should be paramount.

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Why the Effort to Recover Financially in 2023 Must Include Healthcare AI

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population will soon be enrolled in government-sponsored health insurance. The recent Federal Reserve decision to raise interest rates can impact the ability of hospitals to sustain high quality care, according to one hospital CFO. Patient volumes remain below 2019 pre-pandemic levels.