What is the ROI for upgrading nuclear cardiology labs? Some nuclear cardiology labs are still using SPECT systems that are 20-25 years old. Is it time to make an upgrade? Read more about What is the ROI for upgrading nuclear cardiology labs?
ACR updates influential imaging appropriateness criteria with 4 new topics The additions pertain to liver function tests, heart disease, dialysis fistula malfunction, and head and neck cancer, the college said Tuesday.Read more about ACR updates influential imaging appropriateness criteria with 4 new topics
AI detects more than half of metastases overlooked by radiologists on CT Reasons for the gap between AI and rads could include the physician's physical and mental condition at the time of the study, experts noted. Read more about AI detects more than half of metastases overlooked by radiologists on CT
Bill would boost the number of residency slots in radiology and other specialties The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act would add another 14,000 Medicare-supported medical residency positions over a seven-year period. Read more about Bill would boost the number of residency slots in radiology and other specialties
RadNet says it’s seeing softening in the challenging radiology labor market In a recent ratings update, Moody's labeled the imaging center operator's outlook as "stable," while noting an ongoing hiring crunch in imaging. Read more about RadNet says it’s seeing softening in the challenging radiology labor market
ASNC leaders reflect on the state of nuclear cardiology ASNC President Mouaz Al-Mallah, MD, and ASNC President-elect Larry Phillips, MD, discussed some of the key trends in cardiac molecular imaging at ACC.23. Read more about ASNC leaders reflect on the state of nuclear cardiology
Physician lawmakers introduce fix for ‘outdated’ Medicare payment system, drawing radiologist praise The Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act would provide a permanent annual pay update tied to inflation.Read more about Physician lawmakers introduce fix for ‘outdated’ Medicare payment system, drawing radiologist praise
Dermatologist indicted for allegedly poisoning radiologist husband’s daily cup of tea Yue “Emily” Yu, MD, PhD, of Irvine, California, faces four felony counts and more than eight years in prison if convicted. Read more about Dermatologist indicted for allegedly poisoning radiologist husband’s daily cup of tea
Private equity healthcare deals hit $90B in 2022, with AI one key 'sector to watch' Investors continue to pour funds into radiology and other segments of medicine, seeking shelter from volatility seen elsewhere.Read more about Private equity healthcare deals hit $90B in 2022, with AI one key 'sector to watch'
Radiologists now operating under UnitedHealth ownership after industry giant buys prominent practice “Crystal Run has long recognized that the fee-for-service reimbursement model is broken," the practice's CEO said in an email to employees.Read more about Radiologists now operating under UnitedHealth ownership after industry giant buys prominent practice