Policy & Regulations

This channel includes news coverage of healthcare policy and regulations set by Congress, the states, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and medical associations and societies.

Mangione now faces federal charges, death penalty in murder of UHC CEO
After Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was extradited to New York, federal prosecutors unsealed a new set of murder charges.
FDA issues Class I recall on counterfeit infusion pump batteries
ICU Medical alerted customers to knockoff batteries being circulated by suppliers. Due to a risk of the batteries not holding a charge, the recall has been given the FDA’s most serious designation.
‘Fundamental for all patients’: Exploring the benefits of palliative care for stroke survivors
Approximately 800,000 strokes occur each year in the United States alone. A majority of people survive, due in part to key advances in patient care over the years, but they often go forward without receiving the long-term help they need to recover and thrive.
CMS proposes Medicare coverage for transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement
Edwards Lifesciences sent a formal request to CMS in February after its Evoque TTVR device gained FDA approval. The agency is now accepting public comments for 30 days.
FDA issues alert on PCNL sheath safety after patient death
Trokamed sent a letter to customers warning them to never use its Mini PCNL Sheaths for suction and irrigation, due to a risk of kidney rupture.

FDA clears 'first-of-kind' ultrasound technology

EndoSound says its system will make endoscopic ultrasounds more accessible.

January 2, 2024

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S&P places Radiology Partners on CreditWatch, citing ‘rising risk’ of a payment default

The alert comes with "negative implications," given heightened danger the company could seek a distressed debt exchange.

January 2, 2024

Radiology speaks up and CMS listens on key policy concern

The administration announced Dec. 21 that it is granting providers extra time to submit claims disputes under the No Surprises Act.

December 21, 2023

Cardiologists make a familiar plea, urging Congress to eliminate impending Medicare cuts

Congress has already adjourned for the year without taking action, but U.S. medical societies are hoping relief from significant Medicare cuts will arrive in early 2024.

December 21, 2023

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American College of Radiology ‘concerned’ about new fee under No Surprises Act

“The ACR remains concerned about access to IDR for radiology as most imaging claims are less than the finalized administrative fee of $115,” the college said.

December 21, 2023

COVID protective gear expires, piles up—and goes to waste

What happens when hospitals en masse stock up on supplies to withstand a health crisis of unknown duration?

December 21, 2023

FDA announces Class I recall of 150 MRI scanners due to risk of explosion

Just one explosion has been reported due to this issue, but the risk is considered severe enough to require a recall.

December 20, 2023

Peter Moffatt, RBMA president-elect, discusses biggest issues facing radiology practices at RSNA 2023. #RBMA #RSNA #Radiology #CMScuts

Navigating the crucial challenges in radiology practice management

RBMA President-elect Pete Moffatt discusses how to contend with challenges such as staff shortages and reimbursement issues.

December 20, 2023

Policy & Regulations

Mangione now faces federal charges, death penalty in murder of UHC CEO

FDA issues Class I recall on counterfeit infusion pump batteries

‘Fundamental for all patients’: Exploring the benefits of palliative care for stroke survivors

CMS proposes Medicare coverage for transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement

FDA issues alert on PCNL sheath safety after patient death