Those involved believe the approach is “reproducible and systematic” and can potentially be applied nationally for any biopsies involving radiologists.
Stemming from this alleged oversight, a “threat actor” gained access to its network and stole personal health information from 198,260 patients across the U.S.
RadNet and Cedars-Sinai are launching a new brand called the Los Angeles Imaging Group, and three new centers are already slated to open in California's largest city.
"Instead of Congress making payment adjustments every year, it's time we address the underlying issues and make long-term reforms," said Sen. John Thune.
When imaging is used to exclude stroke or clarify a diagnosis for secondary prevention, MRI leads to better long-term outcomes and more cost-effective management, experts advised.
The agency received “considerable interest” in a comment solicitation on this topic, with respondents providing “various insights and potential policy changes.”