Experience Stories

Prior Authorization for Medical Imaging: Are You Completely Prepared to Get Paid Quickly Post-COVID?

Sponsored by Infinx Healthcare

Like a whirlwind, COVID-19 seemed to appear out of nowhere and completely disrupted the global community. Economies are stressed, industries are experiencing unprecedented changes, and governments are trying to manage it all.

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COVID-19 hit radiology hard, but a rebound appears to be underway

Sponsored by vRad

Medical imaging volume was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately, as the old adage says, this too shall pass. But when? And what should practices being doing to prepare for the return?

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Stroke care during a pandemic: vRad medical director talks COVID-19, patient anxiety and more

Sponsored by vRad

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals have reported that stroke and heart attack patients are staying home instead of seeking the medical attention they need. Medical societies have warned against such actions, highlighting the importance of seeking treatment, yet the trend continues throughout the United States.

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MRI upgrade helps small-town practice see significant improvements in quality, productivity

Sponsored by Hitachi Healthcare Americas

Prospect, Connecticut, was founded all the way back in 1827, and its citizens take great pride in the city’s gorgeous scenery and deep history. In fact, just one look at Prospect’s motto—“The Best Small Town in Connecticut”—tells you everything you need to know.

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Supporting Rural Health In Alaska, an Admin Grows into Her New PACS

Sponsored by Sectra

The Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) is a 173-bed hospital located in Anchorage, Ala., working in close partnership with Alaska’s rural health facilities to support a broad range of healthcare and related services.

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Take it from an expert: 5 ways radiology providers can maximize their MIPS performance

Sponsored by MBMS

When the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) was signed into law in 2015, it answered the prayers of healthcare providers everywhere and repealed the sustainable growth rate (SGR) once and for all.

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A Major Victory for Patient Care: Vendor Partnership Helps Boost Revenue, Cut Costs

Sponsored by Hitachi Healthcare Americas

Missouri has been home to some big victories in recent years, with the Kansas City Chiefs winning Super Bowl LIV in 2020 and St. Louis Blues taking home the Stanley Cup in 2019.

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Expanding Enterprise Imaging to Cardiology: From Where Radiology Sits, Riverside’s Move Into Cardiac Care Is Picture Perfect

Sponsored by Sectra

Last February, 439-bed Riverside University Health System Medical Center (RUHS-MC) opened a new cardiac and neurovascular catheterization lab. While some internal questioning initially swirled around which vendor would supply image-management products and services, the CIO-led selection and acquisition team quickly settled on Sectra’s Enterprise Imaging for Cardiology solution.