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 ()