DiagnosticImaging | In his commentary “A Case for Prior Authorization of Imaging Services,” Douglas Tardio posed the question: Which is really better for patient care — clinical decision support or prior authorization? Mr. Tardio concluded that it is the latter. While we agree that both approaches...
AuntMinnie | A new test may be able to spot people at high risk of stroke, although it's too early to be excited, researchers said Wednesday. Yet some already are. That's because the test is able to separate people with clogged neck, or carotid, arteries into...
imagingBiz | For the fourth year of in a row, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., are offering grants to fund programs, training or seminars aimed at improving patient care and safety in CT, MR, Ultrasound, X-ray and...
DiagnosticImaging | The final details of the Accountable Care Organization are still yet to be defined, but now’s not the time for radiologists to hesitate. Imaging professionals should prepare for the new health care model by assessing the current state of the practice, from the IT...
DiagnosticImaging | The radiology field will soon have a professional development and leadership academy. Next year, the American College of Radiology will open the Radiology Leadership Institute, a multi-level academy that will offer leadership courses and activities. The Radiology Leadership Institute will offer a range of...