Renowned radiologist dies in car crash | Medicare mulls IR pay restriction | Lego MRIs help cut sedation | Brain MRI disparities

A twofold increase in distance traveled from home to an imaging center resulted in substantially higher severity in these patients’ conditions, researchers detailed in JACR. 

Five of the seven MACs recently released proposed local coverage determinations, pertaining to peripheral nerve blocks. 

The doctor was described as a kind, generous, funny and incredibly intelligent man who took joy in caring for others. 

The monthly audit is used to identify findings that may have been missed by referring providers within their network, along with initiating communication of radiologists' recommendations.

The toy company's magnetic resonance imaging play set was designed to help children get a better idea of what to expect before undergoing their exam.

The agency has granted this designation to the Australia-based company's Comprehensive Care triage and prioritization solution for obstructive hydrocephalus. 

Sudesh Ebenezer, MD, claims Hurley Medical Center retaliated against him after he expressed concerns over the incident. He is seeking unspecified damages.

The FDA has finalized new Class I recalls related to ongoing safety concerns with Boston Scientific’s Accolade family of pacemakers. A software update is now available to help address the issue, and an additional update is already in the works.