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As radiology groups grow to meet demand, the number of PTO requests likely will increase, “intensifying competition for desirable vacation periods.” 

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The CBO is calling for additional research to better understand any potential failures in implementing the landmark legislation. 

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More than 15 years after the National Academy of Medicine summoned a blue-ribbon panel to “reimagine” the Department of Health and Human Services for the 21st century, the cabinet-level operation has yet to make good on the experts’ overarching directive. 

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Looking at the three largest Medicaid managed care plans related to maternal health, the Office of Inspector General found instances of ineligible providers being included in directories, as well as other errors such as incorrect contact information. 

The A-FLUX Reducer System from VahatiCor is designed to treat coronary microvascular dysfunction.

The self-expanding A-Flux device is implanted in the coronary sinus to increase pressure on the venous side of the heart and improve perfusion in smaller vessels.

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The two imaging pros played a significant role in advancing medical imaging and radiation therapy, according to the ASRT. 

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In clinical testing, the module achieved 90% sensitivity and 88% specificity across patients with varying levels of breast density. 

Impella users need to monitor for blood leaks at the sidearm and hub of the introducer sheath shown below here introducers.

Eight reports of major bleeding have been reported from Impella introducers, prompting the FDA early alert this week. 

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UPDATED: Virginia Medical Imaging filed the complaint against Mary Washington Healthcare on June 5 in a Fredericksburg Circuit Court, seeking nearly $3 million in damages. 

The Israel-based manufacturer allegedly made “misleading statements” regarding its business operations and prospects, attorneys charge in the complaint, filed June 12. 

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The deal is with Golden State Imaging Associates, which serves Southern California, providing 24/7 diagnostic and interventional services to hospitals and other referrers. 

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Some of today’s most popular products promise better immune, adaptogenic, anti-inflammatory, gut, skin or joint health—or combinations of two or more of the above.  

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As radiology groups grow to meet demand, the number of PTO requests likely will increase, “intensifying competition for desirable vacation periods.” 

The CBO is calling for additional research to better understand any potential failures in implementing the landmark legislation. 

More than 15 years after the National Academy of Medicine summoned a blue-ribbon panel to “reimagine” the Department of Health and Human Services for the 21st century, the cabinet-level operation has yet to make good on the experts’ overarching directive.