Lawmakers propose replacing troubled MIPS program | Former governor joins Rad Partners board | ACR election results

Representatives recently introduced the Medicare Physician Data-Driven Performance Payment System Act, drawing praise from the House of Medicine. 

New findings support the routine use of deep learning-based risk assessments, as this method can decrease subjectivity, reduce unnecessary imaging and improve diagnostic accuracy. 

“Dr. Matsumoto is a trusted physician leader with a long record of service to the college and a clear commitment to quality, safety and patient-centered care,” ACR CEO Dana H. Smetherman, MD, said May 4. 

Rad Partners said the addition will help support the company's long-term focus on "physician-led excellence, clinical and technology innovation, and high-quality radiology services at scale."

The 4D system harnesses X-ray diffraction to measure molecular-level signatures of disease; these tissue “fingerprints” could help providers diagnose breast cancer in its earliest stages.

It may be more than anxiety and forgetfulness to blame for women missing their scheduled mammograms, according to new survey data. 

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center said the deal is expected to be finalized in Fall 2026. The move would expand its presence into Ohio. Details, such as the financial terms, have yet to be revealed. 

Last month the Department of Health and Human Services asked hospital dieticians to take an eight-point pledge on inpatient nutrition. This week detractors are firing back at this latest slice of the RFK Jr.-led MAHA agenda. 

The FDA first shared a warning about this issue back in April. Now, the agency has shared a critical update.