October 2021

Final rule quashes copyright concern, allowing owners to repair their imaging devices
UnitedHealthcare, hospital system reach agreement after spat over imaging costs 2-3 times local average
Samsung scores FDA clearance for artificial intelligence aid that helps detect lung nodules
Pandemic provides priority-setting opportunity to scrutinize low-value imaging, experts say
Senators introduce bipartisan legislation to bolster imaging use amid COVID-related slowdowns
The top 12 radiology schools in the world, according to US News and World Report
Male breast cancer patients represent small portion of referrals but generate significant workload
Strategic Radiology teams with lobbying firm to represent private practices’ interests on Capitol Hill
‘Clinic that comes to you,’ offering free at-home imaging, expands into 3 new markets
FDA clears software for enhancing CT, MR and X-ray images
Point-of-care ultrasound cuts costs and visit times for patients with developmental hip dysplasia
Whole-body MRI paired with artificial intelligence detects Type 2 diabetes with no additional data
Geographic information systems a useful tool for population health planning in radiology
Most cancer patients would prefer using an online booking system for outpatient CT exams
Hospital system purchases local radiology practice
Lawmakers push feds to fix key surprise billing provision that has enraged radiologists
COVID-19 brought 'overt' care-rationing in radiology that’s worsening disparities. How to fix it
Follow-up ultrasound for incidental thyroid nodules on CT not always cost-effective
Radiologist Carolyn Meltzer receives one of American Medical Association’s highest honors
A private equity alternative: Long-term investment firm buys outpatient imaging operator for $400M
Bipartisan senators introduce radiologist-supported bill to cut prior authorization red tape
Radiologists receive commercial insurance payments at 180% of Medicare pricing
Private equity-backed Solis Mammography inks women’s imaging partnership with hospital system
Radiologists are capable of differentiating COVID-19 from other lookalikes on chest CT
‘Wake-up call’: Providers log substantially fewer breast biopsies with cancer diagnoses
ED imaging demand skyrocketed in 2021, and many radiology providers are struggling to keep up. What's next for the specialty?
I spend nearly 100% of my shift reading images. Here's how.
The top 7 ways radiologists can avoid medical malpractice claims
Imaging operator Akumin’s financial reporting delays could hamper recent merger: Moody’s
Radiology Business Management Association launches coalition of doc groups to fight $5B in pay cuts
Patient dies after oxygen tank is sucked into MRI machine
Radiology practices tap anti-SLAPP law, claim billing vendor’s lawsuit meant to intimidate providers
Is the private equity model harming radiology and other specialties?
Artificial intelligence matches radiologists at predicting patients’ emphysema severity
Imaging giant Philips sees sales decline amid ongoing ‘headwinds’ in the industry
More than 245 members of Congress urge House leaders to quash cuts to radiologist pay
1 in 5 radiologists or other physicians considering careers outside of practicing medicine
Radiologist-backed legislative push to rein in onerous prior authorization policies gains steam
Rayus Radiology’s purchase of imaging center chain results in alliance with Rad Partners
Radiology provider Akumin says it will miss key financial filing deadline amid default concerns
43% of medical groups may freeze hiring, delay pop health efforts if Medicare cuts move forward
Intelerad acquiring Ambra Health, forming $1.7B enterprise-imaging and PACS powerhouse
Updated lung cancer screening guidelines could spell 54% surge in LDCT imaging eligibility
Radiology Partners says it’s recruited more than 500 new physicians amid shortages in the specialty
Radiologist consultations after ultrasound imaging drop patient anxiety without prolonging exam time
AI firm targeting ultrasound with 100 times greater sensitivity raises $25M
American College of Radiology unveils new imaging appropriateness criteria
Real-world fast brain MRI in outpatient setting offers ‘substantial’ business benefits
6 pro tips for success during the early days of radiology residency
Key factors associated with appendicitis misses on ultrasound and 1 possible fix
MRI and genetic testing may help curb overtreatment of prostate cancer
American Board of Radiology says it’s reducing user fees, but some skeptical it will help
First-of-its-kind study proves cardiac MRI ‘powerful’ for assessing suspected heart tumors
Radiology provider Akumin signs $2.15M contract with Volpara—vendor’s largest deal to date
AI-based mammography triage helps providers dramatically improve interpretation process
Practice inks pact to integrate radiologist teams with academic medical center in bid to boost recruitment
Canon Medical pulling out of RSNA 2021 and other in-person meetings due to COVID-19
Watchdog outlines Merit-based Incentive Payment System concerns among radiology and other specialties
Artificial intelligence for LVO stroke detection could save $11M annually, model estimates
FDA removes ‘unnecessary hurdle’ impeding use of ultrasound imaging agent
Tens of thousands of radiologists and other docs align in opposing surprise-billing provision
Population trends in CT of the abdomen and pelvis could help predict future COVID-19 outbreaks
‘Corporate monster’: Pharmacists fight radiology vendor Change Healthcare’s merger with UnitedHealth
Radiology stakeholders want White House intervention to prevent ‘disastrous’ payment changes in 2022
Innovative payment reform needed to combat high out-of-pocket costs after lung cancer screenings
Digits: AI Driven Workflows, growth and vaccine mandate closures
Private equity-backed US Radiology Specialists hopes to hit $2.7B in revenue in next 5 years
Feds drop surprise-billing rule, prompting fears new dispute-resolution process will tip scales in insurers’ favor
Sexual minorities underrepresented among medical students in radiology and other specialties