Industry first: FDA clears device for detecting stroke on noncontrast CT RapidAI said it aims to give smaller facilities access to tools often only available at comprehensive stroke centers. Read more about Industry first: FDA clears device for detecting stroke on noncontrast CT
Radiology-specific alternative payment model in the works to counter ‘devastating decline’ in reimbursement The Radiology Business Management Association said it hopes to meet with key members of Congress soon to discuss the proposal.Read more about Radiology-specific alternative payment model in the works to counter ‘devastating decline’ in reimbursement
UnitedHealthcare sues Radiology Partners, claiming it perpetrated scheme in ‘unscrupulous pursuit of profits’ Rad Partners countered, saying the claims are "without merit" and a smokescreen to take attention away from a contract dispute. Read more about UnitedHealthcare sues Radiology Partners, claiming it perpetrated scheme in ‘unscrupulous pursuit of profits’
ChatGPT a ‘substantial first step’ toward AI-drafted radiologist reports Using an RSNA template, the artificially intelligent chatbot was able to get high marks on report quality for distal radius fractures. Read more about ChatGPT a ‘substantial first step’ toward AI-drafted radiologist reports
4 policy levers politicians can pull to address private equity’s growing interest in radiology Harvard Medical School experts believe U.S. regulators need more firepower to begin better understanding the impact of such trends. Read more about 4 policy levers politicians can pull to address private equity’s growing interest in radiology
Startup aiming to simplify the process for booking imaging appointments raises $12M Scan.com is expanding into 5 new states with the goal of making scheduling an appointment as easy as securing a hotel room on the web.Read more about Startup aiming to simplify the process for booking imaging appointments raises $12M
Radiology among the most male-dominated specialties, but pay gap may be narrowing Photo by Pepi Stojanovski via Unsplash Male specialists earned an average of 27% more than their female colleagues, according to Medscape's new physician compensation survey.Read more about Radiology among the most male-dominated specialties, but pay gap may be narrowing
‘Dangerous’ scope-of-practice bills fail, while ACR joins Puerto Rican radiologists in another fight Radiology societies said they were "deeply concerned" a proposed legislation would eliminate physician-led teams. Read more about ‘Dangerous’ scope-of-practice bills fail, while ACR joins Puerto Rican radiologists in another fight
Preparations underway for RSNA 2023 with important deadlines looming This year's meeting will focus on how radiology professionals can be intentional and proactive in leading teams through an uncertain healthcare environment. Read more about Preparations underway for RSNA 2023 with important deadlines looming
Radiologist’s widow sues practice, claiming she’s owed tens of thousands in pension payments Mary Meszaros believes the benefits administrator erroneously calculated what she is owed and is asking a Connecticut judge to intervene. Read more about Radiologist’s widow sues practice, claiming she’s owed tens of thousands in pension payments