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The Society of Interventional Radiology and others are concerned about commercial plan coverage for closed-loop spinal cord stimulation, a key pain-management technique. 

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The Stop Wall Street Looting Act closes regulatory loopholes and ends incentives that allow investors to “pillage” acquired businesses, Sen. Elizabeth Warren and colleagues note.  

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The Raleigh, North Carolina, imaging group is broadening the reach of its Technologist Advancement Academy, which provides specialized training and career pathways for employees.  

Ron Blankstein, MD, Brigham and Womens Hospital, explains a study using AI opportunistic screening in non-cardiac CT scans looking for coronary artery disease.

Ron Blankstein, MD, professor of radiology, Harvard Medical School, explains the use of artificial intelligence to detect heart disease in non-cardiac CT exams.

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Baxter’s North Cove manufacturing site was significantly impacted by unprecedented rain and storm surge from Hurricane Helene hitting western North Carolina. 

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CMS sent out its request for information in September, mulling the possibility of reducing 4 Medicare Administrative Contractor districts down to 2. 

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That's according to an essay published by an anonymous physician on KevinMD.com, which generated recent buzz on social media. 

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“The nation's largest independent provider of specialized breast health services” is adding Breast Center of Acadiana and its two Louisiana locations. 

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That's according to an essay published by an anonymous physician on KevinMD.com, which generated recent buzz on social media. 

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“The nation's largest independent provider of specialized breast health services” is adding Breast Center of Acadiana and its two Louisiana locations. 

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Amid staffing shortages and rising imaging volumes, practices are seeking ways to increase efficiency, and Dutch scientists may have found a solution. 

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The ruling "gives insurers significant leverage to demand confiscatory discounts from out-of-network providers," the AMA, American Hospital Association and others contend. 

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Ron Blankstein, MD, professor of radiology, Harvard Medical School, explains the use of artificial intelligence to detect heart disease in non-cardiac CT exams.

This information could help providers personalize breast cancer screening strategies and initiate treatment earlier.

After reviewing years of data from its clinic, one institution discovered that issues with implant data integrity frequently put patients at risk.