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Imaging societies clash over bill to require that docs consult appropriate-use criteria

The American College of Radiology is seeking to revive the shelved AUC program, while nuclear cardiologists are speaking against these efforts.

Private equity firm selling radiology network for $2.4B

Permira is selling Australia's I-Med Radiology Network, which recently entered the U.S. by acquiring StatRad, to Hong Kong-based multinational conglomerate Jardine Matheson.

Lantheus weighs potential sale with $7B valuation

The Bedford, Massachusetts-based company has reportedly been approached about a possible acquisition by competitor Curium Pharma, Bloomberg reported May 22.

5 more things to know about 3 hospitals’ $250M case against CVS

Last week hospitals owned by three big health systems filed suit against CVS Health. The trio filed separately, but all accuse the corporation of robbing them of funds they’re owed through the federal 340B drug pricing program.

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Nationwide private-equity backed hospital chain announces shift to nonprofit business model

Quorum Health said the move will allow it to save money through tax exemptions and provide its 11 hospitals with access to the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The health system is majority-owned by Goldentree Asset Management.

Licensing clinical AI like it’s a doctor: 3 medical leaders issue 6-step call

The change would represent an imperfect but, in many cases, perfectly appropriate way to oversee the technology without crimping its capabilities. So say three thought leaders who are close watchers of medical ethics and technologies.

Connecticut Medicaid program hit by data breach impacting 22,500 patients

The intrusion was caused by the compromised credentials of a Hartford HealthCare employee. Data stolen included full names, Medicaid ID numbers and patient treatment details.

How BATMAN technique can reduce risk of LVOT obstruction during TMVR

BATMAN to the rescue: TMVR technique helps cardiologists reduce risk of LVOT obstruction

LVOT obstruction is a serious complication of TMVR. BATMAN may help protect patients from LVOT obstruction without leading to any additional risks.

Greg Piefer, PhD, CEO and founder of Shine, explains the timeline to restart U.S. production of molybdenum-99 (Mo-99) for nuclear imaging.

Shine working toward U.S. production of Mo-99 for SPECT nuclear imaging

Greg Piefer, PhD, chief executive and founder of Shine, a Wisconsin-based radiopharmaceutical company that is building the world’s largest medical isotope production facility in Janesville, Wisconsin, explains progress on the company's fusion reactor that will become the first sustained U.S. commercial supplier of molybdenum-99 in decades.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated the Breakthrough Device Program designations data this week, which now includes 1,176 Breakthrough Device designations, of which 160 have gained market clearance. Cardiovascular devices lead these with 243 devices, the highest number out of all other clinical categories. This includes 16 new cardiovascular devices cleared in the past year.

Cardiovascular device approvals continue to lead the FDA's Breakthrough Device Program

Cardiology is number one in FDA Breakthrough Device designations at 218, the highest number out of all other clinical categories. This includes 16 new devices cleared in the past year.

FTC challenge to Edwards JenaValve acquisition could delay FDA approval

Edwards Lifesciences asked the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) this week to dismiss the complaint against the company's acquisition of JenaValve this week. A healthcare market analysis firm also said the FTC actions will likely impact the timing of an FDA clearance of the Trilogy heart valve.

Healthcare AI today: Cancer research rethought, Trump/Kennedy healthcare AI, ‘What’s best for the patient?’

A new generation of AI-native researchers is leading the way in the war on cancer. This next crop of scientists is AI-native, interdisciplinary—and comfortable challenging assumptions.

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Imaging societies clash over bill to require that docs consult appropriate-use criteria

The American College of Radiology is seeking to revive the shelved AUC program, while nuclear cardiologists are speaking against these efforts.

Radiology Business

Private equity firm selling radiology network for $2.4B

Permira is selling Australia's I-Med Radiology Network, which recently entered the U.S. by acquiring StatRad, to Hong Kong-based multinational conglomerate Jardine Matheson.

Radiology Business

Lantheus weighs potential sale with $7B valuation

The Bedford, Massachusetts-based company has reportedly been approached about a possible acquisition by competitor Curium Pharma, Bloomberg reported May 22.