AuntMinnie

JULY 13, 2023

A new Missouri law will require health insurance companies to pay the full cos.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 22, 2024

Out-of-network balance billing occurs when an individual with private health insurance is administered unanticipated care from a clinician who is not in their health plan’s network. Of these, five million (6.3%) were out-of-network claims, with the majority for XR (56.8%), followed by ultrasound (15.4%) and CT (14.9%). in 2007 to 1.1%

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Intermountain Medical Imaging

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In today’s complex healthcare landscape, understanding medical insurance and medical imaging is crucial for patients to make informed decisions about their health. In this blog post, we’ll explore key concepts related to medical insurance and medical imaging, with a focus on patient education.

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

While her mammogram yielded negative results, a subsequent ultrasound found breast cancer. Two barriers include access to follow-up imaging such as MRI and ultrasound, and insurance coverage for supplemental imaging. While September 10 may be a day to celebrate, breast imaging advocates say there is much work ahead.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 18, 2023

insurance database who had a new diagnosis of lymphedema between April 2012 to March 2020. Conversely, the most frequently performed study was duplex ultrasound, which was carried out in 50% of all patients. Among these, 57,674 qualified for inclusion in the study.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 16, 2025

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. Patients with dense breasts might also require more frequent screening due to their increased risk. Sandy Coffta of Healthcare Administrative Partners.

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 29, 2024

its share among employer-insured individuals actually decreased between 2010 and 2021, researchers have reported. But spending growth among the employer-insured population (employer-sponsored insurance, or ESI) must also be evaluated, they explained. Ultrasound 24% 28% X-ray/fluoroscopy 56.2% Nuclear medicine 2.7%

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Dense Breast Info (DBI) has issued a statement of support for “Find It Early Act” HR 3086, a bill that addresses insurance barriers to breast cancer screening beyond an initial mammogram. HR 3086 seeks to close loopholes inherent in individual state insurance laws and cover both private and public plans including TRICARE and VHA.

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Radiology Business

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Age, race, whether they underwent MRI or ultrasound, insurance coverage, and other factors correlated with patients no-showing following a BI-RADS 3 designation.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 30, 2024

What’s more, the USPSTF concluded that there was insufficient evidence to recommend supplemental screening with MRI or ultrasound in women, regardless of breast density. if you can't tolerate an MRI, then ultrasound should be considered." Berg added that at least half of U.S.

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Intermountain Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

With three outpatient imaging locations throughout Boise, Meridian, and Eagle, Intermountain Medical Imaging offers diagnostic imaging procedures in a calm and comforting environment, including MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray, Interventional Radiology, and Mammography. “St.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 20, 2024

They included data collected between 2009 and 2012 from women who participated in the Korean National Health Insurance Service Database. The study included mammographic data from 8,702 women with interval breast cancer and 9,492 women with screen-detected breast cancer. years) compared with those with screen-detected breast cancer (54.1

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 21, 2023

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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AuntMinnie

MAY 22, 2024

Ultrasound offers another screening tool and can overcome some of mammography's limitations. But it's also more expensive and not always covered by insurance. MR imaging excels at visualizing areas not well seen on mammography, such as far posterior locations or the axilla.

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AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Health insurance coverage influences breast cancer screening behavior. C) An anti-radial ultrasound image of the right breast shows an irregular hypoechoic mass with indistinct margins and posterior acoustic shadowing at the 3 o'clock position, approximately 4 cm from the nipple.

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Capitol Imaging Services

JANUARY 3, 2022

According to the website, www.valuepenguin.com, “high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) were created for consumers to have a health insurance option with lower premiums and high deductibles. Insurance plans with a high deductible usually mean lower premium payments for employees. Capitol Imaging Services!

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TRA Medical Imaging

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Comprehensive Services An ideal imaging center should offer a wide range of diagnostic services, from common X-rays and ultrasounds to more specialized tests such as MRIs, CT scans, and PET scans. Be sure to verify whether the center is in-network with your insurance provider to avoid any surprise bills.

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TRA Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

At TRA Medical Imaging, we believe in transparent pricing and helping you navigate the complexities of insurance coverage, out-of-pocket costs, and financial assistance options. Insurance Coverage Your health insurance plan determines how much of the cost is covered and what you will owe. Does Insurance Cover My Imaging Exam?

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Imaging Technology

MAY 16, 2023

Further, the task force incorrectly concludes there is “inadequate” evidence to support adding screening MRI (or ultrasound if MRI is not possible) after a mammogram for many women with dense breasts. Why it Matters Insurance, medicare, and the affordable care act rely on USPSTF recommendations to determine coverage of screening tests.

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 17, 2024

As the coding team receives its annual education, they must pass along any changes to coding or documentation requirements to the physicians and to the team responsible for insurance authorization. Bundling of procedures can change quarterly and those changes have to be analyzed to determine whether they will have an impact on reimbursement.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 9, 2025

This encompasses 120 million diagnostic X-rays, 91 million CT scans, 42 million MRIs, and 40 million ultrasounds -- numbers that continue to rise at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of roughly 4.2% (range 3%-5%, all imaging; 5%-10%, overnight/ER imaging). interpreted around 650 million imaging studies per year.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 14, 2023

This new feature, driven by the AI chatbot technology of ChatGPT, allows patients to ask questions and receive quick, plain-language answers about medical imaging procedures such as MRIs , Ultrasound exams, PET/CT scans etc.

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Professional Radiology

DECEMBER 13, 2023

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.

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Vesta Teleradiology

JANUARY 8, 2025

Source: AMA Press Release MRI-Guided High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) Non-invasive treatments for conditions such as intracranial disorders have received updated codes. Payor Relations Managers: Coordinate with insurers to align reimbursement policies. IT Departments: Update EHR and billing systems with new codes.

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Cassling's MRI

OCTOBER 14, 2024

510(k) clearance secured from FDA allows for EIQ’s AI-enabled solution, EchoSolv AS, to be marketed and sold in the USA Clearance marks a major milestone and will allow for rapid commercial scale-up EIQ is in advanced discussions with a range of US healthcare providers around the potential uptake of EchoSolv AS Working alongside US consultancy to obtain (..)

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J Gershon Breast Imaging

MAY 6, 2022

​ It is with great pleasure that I applaud my dear friend, Jan Kritzman, for her tireless efforts and dedication in obtaining insurance coverage in the state of Connecticut for women undergoing both breast and ovarian cancer screening and diagnosis.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 2, 2023

1) After a mammogram, other screening tests such as ultrasound, and especially MRI, find additional cancers in dense breasts. However, insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs for these additional screenings is a barrier for many women. Detecting cancers missed by mammography can improve outcomes.

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Professional Radiology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

broken bones) Utilizing diagnostic imaging techniques such as digital radiography, computed tomography (CT) scans , endoscopy, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can help monitor disease progression as well as aid in early detection by non-invasive or minimally invasive techniques that require little to no recovery time.

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Delaney Radiology

JUNE 10, 2020

She was surprised to learn her consultation with the doctor was free since it would be covered by her insurance. She also learned that if she needed a laser treatment for her varicose veins, her insurance would also help pay. After Sarah completed the ultrasound exam, Beth met the doctor who explained the results thoroughly.

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Intermountain Medical Imaging

AUGUST 7, 2024

Additional Screening Options for Dense Breasts If your mammogram shows you have dense breasts, consider these additional screenings: Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS): What it does: Detects small cancers that a mammogram might miss in dense breast tissue. The whole process takes about 15 minutes and provides clear 3D ultrasound images.

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Imaging Technology

MARCH 21, 2024

He ended his tenure as President and CEO of GE Healthcare Systems in the United States and Canada, where he had responsibility for the core businesses of Imaging, Ultrasound, Life Care Solutions, and Enterprise Digital Solutions. Cooper spent nearly 30 years at GE, where he successfully led several business units.

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Capitol Imaging Services

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Take your insurance information with you. Bring your insurance cards and information with you to your appointment and mention any changes to your insurance since the last time you visited. Yes, it came be somewhat complicated, especially navigating through the maze of prices and health insurance coverage options.

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Capitol Imaging Services

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

Capitol Imaging Services has served tens of thousands of women with our women’s health examinations in screening mammography, diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, bone density studies, breast MRI and breast biopsy. For people with unfulfilled health insurance deductibles, that’s a major financial advantage.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 1, 2024

There’s also a need for more research on supplemental screening modalities, such as ultrasound or MRI, for women with dense breasts. In women who cannot have MRI, ultrasound can be considered. High Risk: The USPSTF guidelines do not apply to women at high risk of breast cancer.

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JVIR

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Computed Tomography (CT); Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI); Prostate specific antigen (PSA); External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT); Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT); High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU); Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); Positron-Emission Tomography (PET); Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography (..)

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TRA Medical Imaging

MARCH 27, 2023

Sometimes a breast ultrasound is done to look at the breast tissue in another way. For more information about insurance coverage, we encourage you to contact your insurance provider. During a diagnostic mammogram, the images are analyzed in real-time. Sometimes additional mammogram images are taken.

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Capitol Imaging Services

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

There are many confusing terms surrounding healthcare, healthcare services and health insurance coverage. Numerous different options can often put someone’s head in a spin as they try to grasp with bills and statements from medical provider offices, hospitals and medical centers.

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