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Earlier this year Congress extended CMS’s hospital-at-home waiver for five years via the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026. With that bold stroke, ‘HaH’ services became eligible for Medicare reimbursement through September of 2030. 

B. Braun Medical’s Lactated Ringer’s Injections

Particulate matter may be present in certain 1-liter containers of B. Braun Medical's Lactated Ringer's Injections. If this enters a patient's circulatory system, it could lead to a series of adverse events.

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The nonfiction book market is flooded with titles mentioning AI or artificial intelligence. Here’s a new work that will shake your world whether you’re an AI lover, loather or someone in between. 

Physician warning

The FDA is still investigating this issue. For now, the agency recommends considering alternative treatment options when possible.

cvi42 | Plaque Circle Cardiovascular Imaging

The use of AI to evaluate plaque buildup in CCTA images has been one of cardiology’s biggest ongoing trends. Implementing this software into existing workflows, however, can be a challenge. An upcoming webinar is focused on providing guidance to hospitals and cardiology practices hoping to learn more about this topic. 

Ultreon 3.0 Abbott

Ultreon 3.0 was built to capture and evaluate OCT images, providing real-time guidance during complex PCI procedures.

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American Society for Radiation Oncology members from across the country took part in ASTRO’s annual advocacy day on April 27. 

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Chicago imaging leaders have sought to address isolation and its ill effects through the implementation of daily “happy birthday” emails to department employees. 

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Researchers found enrollment correlated with big reductions in medical debt as signaled by collections activity and subprime credit scores.

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The new Class I recall, which includes more than 1.4 million devices, is related to an issue first announced back in 2024. Updating the software should address the issue going forward, though some patients may still require an early replacement. 

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New research from the American Society of Radiologic Technologists indicates that radiation therapy staffing shortages might be on the mend. 

Cordis acquires MedAlliance, known for its drug-eluting balloon technology, in deal that could surpass $1B

Using a DCB that releases sirolimus over an extended period of time appears to be both safe and effective when treating patients who present with NSTEMI or unstable angina.

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Earlier this year Congress extended CMS’s hospital-at-home waiver for five years via the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026. With that bold stroke, ‘HaH’ services became eligible for Medicare reimbursement through September of 2030. 

Particulate matter may be present in certain 1-liter containers of B. Braun Medical's Lactated Ringer's Injections. If this enters a patient's circulatory system, it could lead to a series of adverse events.

The nonfiction book market is flooded with titles mentioning AI or artificial intelligence. Here’s a new work that will shake your world whether you’re an AI lover, loather or someone in between.