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“For radiology groups, where Medicare beneficiaries often comprise 30% or more of the patient mix, this delay in reimbursement threatens operational stability," the RBMA said Oct. 15. 

cleveland clinic settles for failing to disclose research funding

A referrer ordered an X-ray to confirm proper tube placement, which was interpreted by Neil H. Parnes, MD, with Upstate Carolina Radiology at the time. 

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Outpatient Imaging Affiliates has inked an agreement with Keck Medicine, providing revenue cycle and imaging center management services for a facility in Pasadena. 

The Guilford, Connecticut-based manufacturer saw quarterly revenues climb 27% compared to the second quarter of 2025, with scanners priced at $360,000 (up 36%). 

cybersecurity cyberattack hack hackers lock protection

In a new report, Proofpoint and the Ponemon Institute surveyed 677 health IT professionals to understand the impact cybersecurity incidents have on patient care. 

CVS Health announces $10.6B acquisition of Oak Street Health

The prescription information comes from 626 pharmacies in 15 states. CVS said it could gain access to 9 million new customers. 

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Emerging research provides further evidence that amyloid-removal treatment for Alzheimer’s effectively slows cognitive decline. 

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Cardiologists, cardiac surgeons and cardiology APPs all earned more in 2024 than 2023, according to a new survey. Compensation in private practices continues to be much lower than it is integrated practices. 

pharmaceutical drug approval process

When drugs are on the FDA’s shortage list, outsourcing facilities can produce their own compounded versions. When the FDA removed tirzepatide from that list with no warning, it created a considerable amount of chaos both behind the scenes and in pharmacies all over the country. 

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Deaths related to obesity have skyrocketed in the United States, especially among men. However, researchers identified positive progress when it came to the mortality rates for CVD, ischemic heart disease and heart failure/cardiomyopathy.

Ron Blankstein, MD, Brigham and Womens Hospital, explains a study using AI opportunistic screening in non-cardiac CT scans looking for coronary artery disease.

Ron Blankstein, MD, professor of radiology, Harvard Medical School, explains the use of artificial intelligence to detect heart disease in non-cardiac CT exams.

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The 18th annual rankings of the nation's best children's hospitals has been released by U.S. News & World Report, highlighting the top places for young patients to receive exceptional care in 2024-2025.

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“For radiology groups, where Medicare beneficiaries often comprise 30% or more of the patient mix, this delay in reimbursement threatens operational stability," the RBMA said Oct. 15. 

A referrer ordered an X-ray to confirm proper tube placement, which was interpreted by Neil H. Parnes, MD, with Upstate Carolina Radiology at the time. 

Outpatient Imaging Affiliates has inked an agreement with Keck Medicine, providing revenue cycle and imaging center management services for a facility in Pasadena.