Radiology Associations

Professional radiology organizations connect imaging professionals across the world, and advocate for radiology policies, regulations, educational updates and technology advancements. These societies include ACR, ASRT, SIIM, RSNA, SNMMI, and many other imaging groups. Find specific news pages for each society at these links: American College of Radiology (ACR), Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS), American Society Radiologic Technologists (ASRT), Association for Medical Imaging Management (AHRA), Radiology Business Management Association (RBMA), Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM), Society of Breast Imaging (SBI), and the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR). 

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American Roentgen Ray Society names new president during annual meeting

ARRS announced other newly elected leaders this weekend during its virtual annual meeting, including president-elect, vice president and secretary-treasurer.

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Congress averts Medicare cuts set to hit radiologists, sending final bill to president

The U.S. House finalized legislation in a 384-38 vote, drawing praise from the American Medical Association and other provider groups. 

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66% of radiation oncologists say new patients are presenting with more advanced-stage cancers

“One year into the COVID-19 pandemic, we already see the consequences of pandemic-driven drops in cancer screening and diagnostics," ASTRO Chair Thomas Eichler, MD, said.

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Radiologist preferences driving significant cost variability in common imaging-guided procedures

Stanford scientists believe the data underline the need to educate rads about standardization to help curb costs and deliver value.

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Cheaper imaging-guided alternative used far less frequently than hysterectomy for postpartum bleeding

Women who had their uterus removed via this method paid $18,000 more in hospital charges when compared to uterine artery embolization, rads found.

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CMS quality initiative will overburden practices ‘still reeling’ from COVID-19, ACR and others warn

Physicians are urging the agency to ease reporting requirements and data collection, according to a letter shared recently.

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Prominent imaging groups push for first radiology-specific artificial intelligence CPT code

The Category 3 code proposal would cover AI analysis for the detection of vertebral fractures and could take effect as soon as Jan. 1, 2022. 

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American College of Radiology urges CMS to scale back ‘excessive’ cuts in mandatory payment model

ACR chief executive William Thorwarth Jr., MD, is also "alarmed" at the number of small and rural practices required to participate in the value-based care initiative. 

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