Several imaging industry lobbying groups are continuing to press national lawmakers to provide relief for radiology practices hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

In the nine months ending Dec. 31, Connected Analytics generated about $48.6 million for the Tennessee-based tech company, or about 2.5% of its earnings. 

SIIM said the decision was influenced by both continued travel restrictions among its members and a desire to quell the spread of COVID-19. 

The COVID-19 Reporting and Data System is based on previous efforts at standardization and has logged solid results thus far, experts from the Dutch Radiological Society reported. 

“In a pandemic of this magnitude, flexibility is paramount for a healthcare system under siege by COVID-19,” CMS Administrator Seema Verma said. 

The Radiological Society of North America said it’s creating a coronavirus imaging data repository in a bid to boost research on the novel disease. 

The coronavirus pandemic has the potential to overwhelm busy provider organizations, but social media could provide relief, according to one new study. 

“Having a common service for the radiology departments in the region simplifies our everyday operations and enables more efficient diagnostics. Sectra’s experience in delivering similar services was important for us when choosing a vendor,” says Inger Hallin, Head of the Radiology Department, Region Halland.