Economics

This channel highlights factors that impact hospital and healthcare economics and revenue. This includes news on healthcare policies, reimbursement, marketing, business plans, mergers and acquisitions, supply chain, salaries, staffing, and the implementation of a cost-effective environment for patients and providers.

Radiology AI startup Better Medicine balloons fundraising to nearly $7M
The company operates across six countries with plans to enter the U.S., offering its flagship BMVision Kidney, helping to detect malignant lesions in the organ.
Average malpractice insurance payout for diagnostic errors in physician offices: $661,000
Cancer is by far the most commonly overlooked diagnosis at 45%, followed by infections (14%), vascular issues (7%) and cardiac concerns, according to new research.
CMS responds to criticism of pay model targeting ‘wasteful and inappropriate’ radiology services
The agency recently issued a frequently asked questions fact sheet about the WISeR model days after House Democrats expressed concern about the initiative.
Quadrant Private Equity firm acquires imaging center network for over $130M
Founded in 2018, Carlisle Health operates a platform of 24 imaging centers, employing a staff of more than 500, including 70 radiologists.
MGMA warns of government overreach in the proposed 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
The Medical Group Management Association shares concerns about the draft fee schedule published in July. A major concern is the government possibly changing how RVUs are set, rather than allowing the medical specialty representatives to have a say.

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Medical malpractice ruling: Hospital to pay $39M over young heart patient’s death

Prosecutors successfully argued that the patient would not have died if clinicians had ordered a routine CT exam.

White House announces plan to scrutinize private equity ownership in healthcare

The administration said it is launching a cross-government public inquiry into “corporate greed" in medicine, with roll-up acquisitions one area of focus.

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Only 9% of practices list pediatric radiology as a top 3 hiring need, survey finds

The results are from the latest American College of Radiology/Radiology Business Management Association Workforce Survey, published in JACR.

Nevada health system accused of creating a heart surgery monopoly in new lawsuit

The health system allegedly ended an ongoing contract with little notice, leaving clinicians and patients without the services of a cardiovascular surgery program.

New imaging vendor focused on AI, robotics raises $36M with help from GE Healthcare

The funds are expected to go toward bringing in new employees and accelerating the development of a new cardiac imaging offering.

60-year-old radiology practice sells its outpatient imaging center business to private equity-backed platform company

Southtowns Radiology said the deal will allow for expansion on the outpatient side while also letting it retain autonomy to operate its private practice.

Congressman introduces bipartisan bill to ban electronic fund transfer fees paid by physicians

“Greedy health insurers attempt to scalp doctors and patients every step of the way throughout the care process," said Rep. Greg Murphy, MD.

Radiology provider LucidHealth hires former GoHealth Urgent Care exec to oversee imaging center strategy

Kirsten P. Jones will serve as regional VP of imaging centers, championing the company’s development and management of such locations.

Economics

Radiology AI startup Better Medicine balloons fundraising to nearly $7M

Average malpractice insurance payout for diagnostic errors in physician offices: $661,000

CMS responds to criticism of pay model targeting ‘wasteful and inappropriate’ radiology services

Quadrant Private Equity firm acquires imaging center network for over $130M

MGMA warns of government overreach in the proposed 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule