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Feds release highly anticipated No Surprises Act final rule, drawing mixed reactions from radiology

"This rule does not address the core issues driving dysfunction in the NSA process,” Radiology Associates of North Texas said May 28.

Philips partners with Disney to incorporate iconic characters in MRI exams

The Amsterdam-based imaging manufacturer said it will utilize beloved animated characters and stories as part of the Philips Ambient Experience.

Some minorities more likely to have dementia but less apt to signal so on PET imaging

Black and Hispanic individuals—known to be at greater risk of developing the degenerative disease—are significantly less likely than others to show Alzheimer’s pathology on brain scans, according to new research.

$2M NIH award spurs development of advanced ultrasound technique

The funds will fuel a four-year project to develop ultrasound technology that could improve the visualization of blood vessels deep in the body.

Widow donates $1M to hospital for permanent PET scanner in late husband's honor

Currently, the organization relies on a mobile PET unit that parks once every week. However, demand has grown for PET/CT in the area, rising by around 60% over the last three years alone.

Imaging advances may be leading to renal cancer overdiagnoses

Renal cell carcinoma diagnoses have increased steadily over the last 30 years, rising by up to 3% annually in the U.S. alone.

Interventional radiologist helps Chicago children’s hospital achieve a world’s first

IR specialist Shankar Rajeswaran, MD, and colleagues have delivered a "groundbreaking" new image-guided procedure to treat a rare condition.

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Imaging solutions provider Captive Radiology scores private equity investment

RC Capital said it’s investing in the North Canton, Ohio-based radiology vendor as it pursues nationwide expansion.

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Senators reintroduce bill to expand reimbursement for radiologist assistants

Sens. John Boozman, R-Ark., and Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., are again proposing the Medicare Access to Radiology Care Act, commonly referred to as MARCA.

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USC Keck School of Medicine names new radiology chair

Joshua A. Hirsch, MD, is joining the Los Angeles-based institution from Massachusetts General Hospital, following a comprehensive search process.

Radiation oncologists who maintain certification more likely to deliver low-cost cancer treatment

Whether MOC should be mandatory for all is often debated among providers, but new findings indicate that opting not to participate may affect patient care.

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AI system accurately interprets cardiac MRI scans

Experts are hopeful that the vision language model can support radiologists tasked with interpreting cardiac magnetic resonance imaging exams.

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FDA clears next-gen contrast management system for the cath lab

The Acist Pro Diagnostic System provides real-time contrast tracking, customizable presets and on-screen troubleshooting.

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Heartflow reports significant revenue growth as CCTA sees wider adoption

The company keeps gaining momentum thanks to the success of its AI-powered imaging software.

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ASNC speaks to policymakers about prior authorization, Medicare cuts and more

The American Society of Nuclear Cardiology visited Capitol Hill to advocate for a variety of issues. Cardiovascular Business spoke to the group's president to learn more.