DiagnosticImaging | It is one of the greatest frustrations for many of us. Radiologists have extensive general medical training and multi-disciplinary experience. We are uniquely positioned to help make decisions about utilization of radiologic services. Many of us do so daily when clinicians call to...
Over the past year, a lot has been made of the IA take over of the radiology services at the Mercy Hospitals in Ohio. Albeit, much of the noise has come from the Forums on Auntminnie. With the recent news of their confirmed failure, the entire...
HealthLeadersMedia | Under a proposed rule, Medicare and private sector claims data could be used to produce public reports thatevaluate the performance of physicians, other healthcare providers, and suppliers. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is proposing to allow organizations that meet certain qualifications --...
Advance for Imaging and Radiation Oncology | The FDA has given its blessing to remote diagnostic imaging; however, purists have concerns. On Feb. 4, radiology lurched into the future. On that day, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) awarded MIM Software Inc. 510(k) clearance for an...
Diagnostic Imaging | This past weekend, during some superb weather, I unexpectedly found myself with a few hours of free time, and decided to go for a hike. I wanted to get out the door and on the move ASAP. The less time spent at...