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Insurance influences which type of fibroid treatment a woman undergoes

AuntMinnie

Whether a woman is covered by Medicare or by commercial insurance appears to influence the type of treatment she will likely undergo for uterine fibroids, researchers have reported. UAE is considered as effective as hysterectomy or myomectomy, is less invasive, and is cost-effective. The final study sample consisted of 579,153 procedures.

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Few ‘surprise’ patient bills are from radiologists, study finds

AuntMinnie

Out-of-network billing by radiologists – often referred to as “surprise billing” – dropped significantly beginning in 2007 and imaging claims are now almost completely in network, according to a recent study. And by 2021, radiologists practiced almost exclusively in-network, according to the researchers. in 2007 to 1.1%

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Current topics in mammography

AuntMinnie

Breast density assessment is important not only for the patients health, but it also has reimbursement implications for radiologists. Breast density can often obscure lesions on conventional x-ray mammography, and so other screening modalities such as MRI or ultrasound are often recommended for follow-up.

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7 ways to reduce healthcare disparities in radiology

AuntMinnie

Healthcare disparities continue to plague medical imaging, but there are concrete measures radiologists can take to mitigate them, according to a paper published on October 12 in RadioGraphics. Health insurance coverage influences breast cancer screening behavior. Image courtesy of Peter Abraham, MD, et al.

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Choosing the Right Diagnostic Imaging Center: What Patients Should Consider

TRA Medical Imaging

Additionally, the staff should include certified radiologic technologists and board-certified radiologists who specialize in interpreting various imaging modalities. Expertise of the Radiologists The experience and specialization of the radiologists interpreting your images are critical. Learn more about TRA Endovascular !

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Trial finds that screening MRI improves prostate cancer diagnosis

AuntMinnie

researchers has found that screening MR. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: New MRI technique helps target ultrasound-guided prostate biopsy Are hospitals disclosing prostate cancer service costs? Radiologist performance is consistent for prostate MRI reads Insurance coverage for prostate MRI is inconsistent across the U.S.

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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. In this case, the radiologist may recommend a diagnostic mammogram.

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