January 2020

Siemens inks 15-year, $270M ‘value partnership’ with Canadian hospital system
Radiologists say lung cancer screening websites failing to speak patients’ language
Fujifilm, Philips and Sectra earn 2020 ‘Best in KLAS’ imaging honors
Radiology Political Action Committee watching presidential primaries ‘very closely’
‘Maritime telemedicine’: Radiologists capitalize on cruise industry’s exploding popularity
Alzheimer’s, imaging advocates push for amyloid PET coverage on Capitol Hill
ACR demands action after high-profile trial tallies 25% lung cancer death rate dip
AI crunches images in less than a second to devise cancer treatment plan
Hospital wants to save patients $7M after slashing imaging pay rates by 70%
Imaging giant Philips eyes exit from $2.5B appliance business to focus on healthcare
Malpractice, emotional fears fuel radiologists’ hesitancy in using RadPeer
Expanding Enterprise Imaging to Cardiology: From Where Radiology Sits, Riverside’s Move Into Cardiac Care Is Picture Perfect
FDA approves clinical trial for ‘missing link’ imaging agent aimed at faster MS diagnosis
Silicon Valley tech company, imaging practices merge to ‘change the face of radiology’
Radiologists must play central role in clearing EVALI confusion, experts argue
What radiologists need to know about the deadly coronavirus outbreak
Senator demands answers after ‘outrageous’ online exposure of medical images
Radiologist spared in malpractice claim, but bungling lawyer now owes client $1.2M
Experts say it may be time to stop ringing the ‘cancer bell’
Physician practice leaders ‘alarmed’ by skyrocketing cost of prior authorization policies
Millions of unscheduled imaging exams may be slipping through the cracks each year
Conservative groups launch ad blitz to stop surprise medical billing proposal opposed by radiologists
Expanding health insurance produced more traffic at radiology practices, less late-stage cancer
London investment firm acquiring radiology vendor Intelerad for $500M-plus
Insurance status a key clue in closing racial, economic breast cancer treatment gaps
Radiology-related companies score high marks for LGBTQ corporate equality
Radiology hacking experts offer 3 steps for physicians to cybersecure their practices
FUJIFILM Corporation Announces Plans For Operating Room And Interventional Systems Integration Business
Hitachi launching imaging innovation hub in US, with AI a key focus
How one radiology practice dove into the big-data revolution, bolstered productivity by 10%
ACR, National Kidney Foundation say fears of injury from contrast-enhanced CT unfounded
Vaping-related deaths climb to 60, including youngest victim yet, as CDC finds strong THC link
$2M settlement after subpoena of radiologist’s keystrokes finds lax CT reading
Massive drops in imaging reimbursement signal some private radiology practices ‘may be in jeopardy’
Deploying radiologists as ‘human clinical decision support’ to quash inappropriate imaging
Fresh off Hitachi deal, Fujifilm exploring $3B purchase of nuclear imaging supplier
Chuck Norris voluntarily abandons poisoning lawsuit against gadolinium manufacturer Bracco
ACR asks CMS to back off on letting nonradiologists perform medical imaging tests
Researchers slam hospital programs that deliver unnecessary imaging to the wealthy
Imaging disrupter Nanox raises $55M, targeting cheaper x-ray option
Strategic Radiology adds 70-year-old North Carolina imaging practice
RadNet to Install the TULSA-PRO® System for Leading-Edge Customizable, Incision-Free Prostate Treatment
Focusing on the ‘small things’ will cure what ails radiology, expert says
Radiology AI company Zebra Medical names new CEO, eyes expansion
Hospitals increasingly abandoning shielding in radiology as movement takes hold across US
Half of radiologists say they’re burned out, placing specialty in top 5
Deceased radiologist’s estate on the hook for $8.1M jury verdict
Radiology reports must evolve to serve patient audience, expert asserts
Carestream scores FDA clearance for 3D extension that simplifies radiologist workflows
American College of Radiology releases new imaging appropriateness criteria
Breast density notification laws are mostly missing the mark
Fired former radiology director sues hospital, alleging gender discrimination
FDA clears artificial intelligence package to help radiologists speed up stroke diagnosis
Radiologists could double dip during mammography, further population health goals
Radiologist prevails in court battle over delayed ovarian cancer diagnosis
How a growing private practice is looking to become the ‘Amazon of radiology’
American College of Radiology seeks help closing cancer diagnosis loop
Radiologists must fight ‘disturbing’ efforts to limit positive oral contrast use in CT
Startup aimed at addressing misdiagnoses in radiology raises $23.5M
Radiologists rank low among physicians with happiest marriages
Nurse leader calls for ‘civility’ in radiology: 4 steps to get there
Hospitals testing new imaging technique as cheaper alternative to PET for Alzheimer’s detection
Patient step counters have ‘powerful implications’ for lung cancer treatment
US Radiology Specialists adds South Carolina practice to its national network
Patient sues radiology practice, seeking class action status after mammography suspension
Dwindling number of generalists in radiology could have ‘far-reaching implications’
4 ways that diversifying radiology’s ranks can translate directly to the bottom line
Mednax continues its growth in radiology, adding 10th imaging practice
Provider groups blast White House action on vaping for not going far enough
Year-end spending bills include millions toward key radiology research efforts
Data casts doubts on effectiveness of radiology benefits management, experts say
Breast imaging company Hologic unloads aesthetics line at $1B-plus loss
The 4 most common reasons for imaging ‘callbacks’ in radiology
Google AI model ‘impressive’ in detecting breast cancer, besting radiologists
Hospital warns customers after imaging server security breach