The inclination to organize and sound off for better working conditions and more patient-centric job descriptions continues to spread among healthcare workers.

“The goal is to create a blood test that can be used in clinics to complement CT imaging assessment of lung nodules for cancer risk," UCLA radiologist Denise Aberle noted. 

Robert Hendel, MD, discussed everything from declining reimbursements in cardiology to prior authorization policies in an exclusive new interview. 

Eliminating the previous “coverage with evidence development” requirement allows local MACs to dictate payment for such exams. 

Money was by far the most common reason for seeking extra work, according to a poll of nearly 2,000 docs including radiologists. 

Clarix Imaging has created a “state of the art,” point-of-care platform that allows radiologists to assess surgical specimens in real time. 
 

Under terms of the agreement, the Nashville-based multispecialty group will eliminate 70% of its obligations accumulated prior to filing the bankruptcy petition. 

The alleged kickback scheme spanned nine years, with Cardiac Imaging Inc. paying physicians "excessive fees" to oversee PET scans, the DOJ said.