AuntMinnie

MARCH 6, 2025

Radiology administrators express very high confidence that imaging will grow as a profit center in coming months, according to The MarkeTech Group's Medical Imaging Confidence Index (MICI) report for the second quarter of 2025. We installed a new state-of-the-art MRI, [which has reduced] scan times and [increased] volumes."

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Interventional Radiology Medicare Imaging Government 130

AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Congress of the bipartisan Medicare Access to Radiology Care Act of 2024 (MARCA). Last introduced in June 2021 as HR-3657 and companion SB-2641 , MARCA would amend Medicare reimbursement policy for radiologist assistants (RAs) to align reimbursement with state radiologist assistant licensure laws.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 22, 2024

For example, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) is working with lawmakers to reintroduce the federal Medicare Access to Radiology Care Act (MARCA) in the current legislative session. Creating pressure, the U.S.

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Radiology Technologist Medicare Radiologist Basic Life Support 264

AuntMinnie

MAY 14, 2024

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to establish a formalized payment pathway for AI healthcare services. From helping a physician detect polyps in a colonoscopy to prioritizing a scan showing a doctor that a patient needs an emergency intervention, AI in medical imaging benefits patients,” the groups wrote.

Medical Device 243

Medical Device Radiology Medicare Healthcare 243

AuntMinnie

MARCH 29, 2024

Although medical imaging has frequently been considered a major culprit behind the growth of healthcare spending in the U.S., In fact, imaging's part fell from 10.5% the sum of payments from health plans and patients to health care providers for imaging and related services) on imaging increased 35.9%

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Healthcare Healthcare Nuclear Medicine Imaging 290

AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Perry Pickhardt, MD, UW-Madison While Pickhardt’s efforts revolve around what is commonly called “opportunistic screening,” he likens the goals to value-based medical imaging and repurposing scans for useful incidental data for cardiometabolic screening purposes.

Radiology 331

Radiology Education Medicare Clinic 331

AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Radiology administrators are confident that diagnostic and interventional radiology will continue to grow as a profit center through the remainder of this year and beyond, according to MarkeTech Group's Medical Imaging Confidence Index (MICI) report for the fourth quarter of 2023.

Radiology 173

Radiology Medicare Interventional Radiology Imaging 173

AuntMinnie

AUGUST 12, 2024

In 2008, our top article shared the story of a $7 million settlement for allegations of fraudulent Medicare billing. Billing Medicare for tests that are either not medically necessary or not performed is an abuse of the Medicare program that squanders scarce Medicare dollars," said U.S. Clayman will receive $1.75

Federal Healthcare 162

Federal Healthcare Radiologist Government Medicare 162

Vesta Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved new MRI standards introduced by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), focusing on remote scanning and portable imaging technologies. These updates, effective immediately, aim to enhance patient safety and adapt to advancements in MRI practices.

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MRI Patient Safety Imaging Medical Imaging 59

AuntMinnie

JANUARY 15, 2024

The medical imaging AI market is forecast to reach almost $2 billion by 2027. The market has yet to see widespread adoption of medical AI technologies, which requires widespread adoption for patient use (volumes), demand from referrers (awareness), and appropriate payment to providers (reimbursement). Parekh, PhD.

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TRA Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

When your doctor orders an imaging exam, one of the first questions you might have is: How much will this cost? 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. Why Choose TRA Medical Imaging?

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Insurance Imaging Medical Imaging X-ray 52

AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Radiology administrators have very high confidence that imaging will grow as a profit center, according to The MarkeTech Group's Medical Imaging Confidence Index (MICI) report for the fourth quarter of 2024. But as in Q3, they're not optimistic that their departments will receive adequate Medicare reimbursement for exams.

Interventional Radiology 147

Interventional Radiology Medicare Imaging Diagnostic 147

AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) has published its comments on the proposed 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) and Quality Payment Program (QPP) proposed rule. The association made recommendations regarding the Medicare conversation factor and the extension of telehealth service provisions. “We

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Radiation Oncology Nuclear Medicine Medicare Radiation 113

AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) made major gains in membership last year and now represents more than 600 companies across the medical technology spectrum, according to the associations 2024 annual report. The full document is available for download here.

Medical Device 130

Medical Device Medicare Medical Imaging Medical 130

AuntMinnie

MARCH 12, 2025

Practice expenses (PEs) account for a majority of the total Medicare reimbursement for radiology services, but calculations used to determine payments are either outdated or don't account for the specialty's needs, according to a paper published March 11 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.

Radiology 138

Radiology Medicare PACS MRI 138

AuntMinnie

JUNE 27, 2024

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) contracted with the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) to develop a quality measure focused on CT. Technical details regarding Alara Medical Imaging Gateway technical requirements and installation can be found here. In 2019, the U.S.

Radiation 232

Radiation Computed Tomography DICOM Hospital 232

AuntMinnie

JULY 22, 2024

While Wolk spoke in general terms, his warnings clearly referred to the "designated physician imager" initiative described by the American College of Radiology (ACR) earlier this year, along with recent recommendations on imaging issued by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission, also known as MedPAC.

Imaging 162

Imaging Medicare Radiologist Medical 162

AuntMinnie

JULY 6, 2023

In a video interview, Association for Medical Imaging Management (AHRA) Presiden.

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Medicare Medical Imaging Medical Imaging 100

Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 18, 2024

12, 2024 The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) applauds Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM) for introducing the Medicare Access to Radiology Care Act of 2024 (MARCA). tim.hodson Wed, 12/18/2024 - 09:45 Dec.

Radiologist 40

Radiologist Medicare Radiology Technologist Healthcare 40

Imaging Technology

JULY 3, 2024

of all imaging studies for Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries in 2022, with the remaining 27.9% According to a written study summary released by HPI, market share varied by imaging modality; radiologists interpreted 97.3% christine.book Wed, 07/03/2024 - 12:53 July 3, 2024 — A new Harvey L. of magnetic resonance (MR), 76.6%

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Image Interpretation Radiologist Imaging Ultrasound 111

Everything Rad

AUGUST 25, 2023

La respuesta de los administradores de radiología que asistieron a Association for Medical Imaging Management (AHRA 2023) fue unánime: atraer y retener al personal de radiología. De hecho, solo esta semana, los Centros de Servicios de Medicare y Medicaid (CMS) de los EE. Contáctanos. “El

Medicare 98

Medicare Hospital Medical Medical Imaging 98

TRA Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

When your doctor orders an imaging exam, one of the first questions you might have is: How much will this cost? 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. Why Choose TRA Medical Imaging?

Insurance 52

Insurance Imaging Medical Imaging X-ray 52

Omega Medical Imaging

JANUARY 19, 2023

Lower Cost of Care According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services , the U.S. Download the PDF The post How Omega Helps Hospitals Meet the Quadruple Aim in Healthcare appeared first on Omega Medical Imaging. spent 17.7% of our GDP on healthcare in 2019 – $3.8 trillion, or $11,582 per person.

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Hospital Healthcare Healthcare Radiation 52

Associates in Medical Imaging

APRIL 23, 2021

Expanded Clinical Applications In recent years, due to their growing popularity, PET/CT scans have become useful in several expanded medical applications, including advanced early cancer detection and other complex systemic diseases.

Imaging Modalities 52

Imaging Modalities Diagnostic Imaging Diagnostic Imaging 52

Premier Radiology Services

AUGUST 10, 2021

Clearly, for imaging centers, x-ray reviews are a crucial part of that diagnostic process. In emergency departments and outpatient facilities, procedures, x-rays receive a lot of attention from providers, patients, health insurance plans and from medicare cost accounting. They can also be costly for the facility.

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X-ray Radiology Insurance Inpatient 52

Imaging Technology

JULY 12, 2023

Rural and Socioeconomic Challenges A recent study found that regions of the US with an extreme level of socioeconomic disadvantage were less likely to have access to accredited medical imaging facilities. Some 2,796 US zip codes met the criteria for extremely disadvantaged. Of these, rural zip codes totaled 1,160.

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Hospital X-ray Imaging Quality and Compliance 97

Capitol Imaging Services

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Along with the normal anxiety associated with needing a medical imaging study, worrying about your out-of-pocket expense is a reasonable concern. Also, hospitals may be allowed to charge Medicare and most other commercial insurers a facility fee. How Much Does a PET/CT cost?

Insurance 52

Insurance Inpatient Hospital Computed Tomography 52

AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The following is the list of candidates for the 2024 edition of the Minnies, AuntMinnie.com 's campaign to recognize the best and brightest in medical imaging. Image from Fangyi Liu, MD, of the Chinese PLA General Hospital, et al. Radiologist Workforce Attrition from 2019 to 2024: A National Medicare Analysis.

Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine 360

Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine X-ray MRI Hospital 360

AuntMinnie

JUNE 26, 2024

Since then over 700 algorithms in medical imaging have received U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) makes AI a class I reimbursement? If a patient has either no insurance or Medicare/Medicaid, the only option is to bill them separately for using AI. Will the sales deluge show up?

Radiology 278

Radiology PACS Insurance Radiologist 278

AuntMinnie

JANUARY 10, 2025

This is certainly true within a liminal space, but the endpoint is clear: We interpreters of medical imaging will be replaced. Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC). Report to the Congress: Medicare Payment Policy. Historically, the resounding voices in our field have been quick to dismiss these concerns.

Radiologist 278

Radiologist Radiology Medicare Image Interpretation 278

AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

To ensure that medical radiation dose is minimized, unnecessary radiation exposure is eliminated, and a culture of safety pervades U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that begins in January 2012. healthcare facilities, the commission will rely in part on requirements from the U.S.

Radiation 147

Radiation Medical Diagnostic Imaging Medicare 147

AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on Thursday released its final decision memo on CT lung cancer screening. Lung cancer screening that is reimbursed in full by private payors and Medicare will represent a considerable improvement in U.S. In a major victory for individuals at high risk for lung cancer, the U.S.

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Medicare Nursing Government Radiology 162

AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

We are seeing a rising crisis in terms of the volatility of our radiologist workforce," noted Geoffrey Rubin, MD, chair and professor of medical imaging at the University of Arizona College of Medicine Tucson, at the 2024 meeting of the Society for Computed Tomography in Boston. anesthesiologists No. 1, orthodontists No.

Private Practice 286

Private Practice Radiology Radiologist Medicare 286

AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Sadly there are over 500 FDA-cleared AI products within medical imaging, yet less than a handful of these benefitted from programs like this. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and private insurers will no doubt adjust payments once they see the speed and efficacy that comes with new PACS software tools and AI use.

PACS 279

PACS Insurance Radiologist IT 279

Vesta Teleradiology

MAY 1, 2024

The FDA premarket review for medical devices like CAD programs is likely to be augmented with additional quality and equity requirements. Radiologists seeking Medicare reimbursement for AI products will need to prioritize security and compliance with nondiscrimination laws.

Radiology 52

Radiology Quality and Compliance Medical Device Ultrasound 52

Vesta Teleradiology

AUGUST 24, 2023

The study sheds light on the complexities of patient-GP interactions regarding imaging requests and highlights the need for evidence-based strategies to navigate these challenges. trillion.

Imaging 52

Imaging X-ray Insurance Medicare 52