Using these devices as part of a zero-fluoroscopy workflow, which replaces X-rays with an alternative modality such as ultrasound, limits radiation exposure and the use of burdensome protective equipment.

RBMA called the decision “a significant victory for providers, especially within the field of radiology.” 

Barriers to radiologists’ success in MIPS include their ineligibility to earn maximum incentive adjustments, despite perfect performance. 

Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, one of the world’s most prominent cardiologists, said "it is now our responsibility to ensure these treatments are widely available and used by the medical community.”

New research, based on data from approximately 143 million patients, focused on prescriptions for heart failure, atrial fibrillation and other significant cardiac conditions. 

The American Hospital Association is sounding the alarm over evidently widespread acceptance of 0% operating margins—or even negative margins—as a sort of “new normal” for U.S. hospitals and health systems.  

Paris, France-based Sonio also recently raised $14 million in series A financing led by Cross Border Impact Ventures. 

The groups are concerned that the rule could result in billing errors, inadvertent payment denials and slow claims processing.