SCCT leaders unpack the 2025 Medicare payment increase for coronary CTA

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The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography is cheering as a “huge win” the 2025 CMS payment increase for coronary CTA that more than doubles the current payment and “better aligns with the cost of providing CCTA services." The panel expects the move to bring an increase in CT utilization, more adoption with financial sustainability and greater access in currently underutilized areas.

Data Standardization Beyond DICOM: Why Enterprise Imaging Needs It Now

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Data standardization in medical imaging has evolved from a technical necessity to a strategic imperative, requiring an ontology-level approach to patient studies for optimization. According to Radiologist Cheryl Petersilge and CIO Matt Dewey, hospitals and imaging groups are increasingly implementing advanced standardization solutions. The benefits are significant, including greater radiologist efficiency, improved access to imaging exams, and increased accuracy in both human and AI-driven interpretations.