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.

$64M raised for new cardiogenic shock drug—research already underway
Procizumab was developed to change the trajectory of shock by addressing an underlying molecular driver rather than just managing symptoms.
Interventional radiologists who neglect E&M visits risk losing more lucrative procedures
“This study affirms that when interventional radiologists are afforded the time to evaluate and follow their patients, the complexity and value of the care they provide increases," one expert notes.
RadNet expands partnership with GE HealthCare, acquires another tech company
GE plans to integrate DeepHealth AI solutions into its ultrasound portfolio, with RadNet also recently acquiring cloud services provider Cimar UK.
Siemens to unload majority stake in Healthineers imaging business
The Munich, Germany-based company is doing so by transferring 30% of total shares in Siemens Healthineers over to the parent company’s stockholders.
House Democrats push for last-ditch amendment to protect ACA subsidies for 3 years
With the U.S. Senate passing a funding agreement to reopen the federal government, the House of Representatives will now have a chance to make changes—though there’s little chance this particular amendment will succeed.

Interventional cardiology devices market estimated to reach $20.8B by 2022

The interventional cardiology devices market is expected to grow to $20.85 billion by 2022, a new report projects.

Radiology Partners announces new deal with Atlanta-based Northside Radiology Associates

Radiology Partners announced Wednesday, July 10, that it has entered a new partnership with Atlanta-based Northside Radiology Associates (NRA).

Radiologists' average base salary rises 4% to $387K

The average base salary for radiologists continues to grow, checking in at $387,000, up 4.3% from $371,000 in 2017/2018, according to a new report from Merritt Hawkins.

Precision-med AI operation raises $23M

A technology company that uses AI to precisely match medical interventions with individual patients has received a $23 million infusion.

RSNA R&E Foundation surpasses $5M in grant funding for 2019

The RSNA Research and Education (R&E) Foundation Board of Trustees has approved more than $5 million in funding for grants related to radiology research and education so far in 2019.

Medical AI top of mind for physicians planning careers

Most physicians rightly laugh off talk of their profession’s coming demise at the hands of AI. But more than a few are taking the blossoming technology into account when making career decisions.

Ireland suffering from lack of qualified cardiologists

The Irish Hospital Consultants Association (IHCA) has launched a social media campaign, #CareCantWait, in response to a pervasive lack of access to medical care in the country.

University offers advanced instruction in AI ethics

A graduate-level program that will award certificates on the ethical use of AI across various spheres, including healthcare, is set to launch next month at San Francisco State University.

Economics

$64M raised for new cardiogenic shock drug—research already underway

Interventional radiologists who neglect E&M visits risk losing more lucrative procedures

RadNet expands partnership with GE HealthCare, acquires another tech company

Siemens to unload majority stake in Healthineers imaging business

House Democrats push for last-ditch amendment to protect ACA subsidies for 3 years