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. 

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Top states with the most affordable healthcare

Americans are paying more than ever for healthcare, but how much depends on where they live.

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Radiology Partners shares advocacy lessons after big win, with eye toward next legislative battle

"Be the squeaky wheel. This issue was taken care of because physicians stood up,” Rad Partners' Richard Heller, MD, told RSNA attendees. 

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FDA approves new fluorescent imaging agent capable of identifying ovarian cancer

The contrast material detected additional lesions during surgery in 27% of ovarian cancer patients, West Lafayette, Indiana-based On Target Laboratories reported.

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Hyperfine gains FDA clearance for deep learning-based image reconstruction tool

The algorithm will enhance T1, T2 and FLAIR images performed using the portable MRI specialist's Swoop machine, officials said Monday.

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HHS chief defends controversial surprise billing provision, urging docs to ‘tighten their belt’

Radiologists and other physicians have slammed one key piece of the rule, believing it will tip the scales in favor of payers. 

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Siemens wins FDA clearance for ‘smart’ mammography workflow software

The tools can load images up to 75% faster than other methods and with fewer clicks, the company said Monday.

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80% of program directors support virtual radiology residency interviews, but the future is still up for debate

At the same time, they admit "interview hoarding" is a problematic consequence that must be addressed.

American Heart Association responds to nomination of cardiologist Robert Califf for FDA commissioner

The AHA believes the next FDA commissioner should play a key role in influencing public health post-COVID-19.