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. 

Serious MRI accident to sideline scanner for months

The accident occurred earlier in July when a metal stretcher carrying a patient entered the imaging suite.

Dana H. Smetherman, MD, MPH, MBA, FACR, the new CEO of the American College of Radiology (ACR), explains some of the hot button issues in radiology and advocacy efforts led by the ACR.

New ACR CEO outlines key concerns for radiology

Dana Smetherman, MD, MBA, explains some of the hot button issues in imaging and key advocacy efforts being undertaken by the college. 

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Members of Congress introduce bill to rein in private equity ownership of physician practices

"Private equity firms and greedy corporate executives are using the healthcare system as a piggybank,” said Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Mass. 

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State suspends radiologist CEO’s medical license after multiple alleged misreads

“Every radiologist should have grave concerns about this ruling and think twice about practicing in the state," The Medical Group's Anand P. Lalaji, MD, said Monday. 

Elixir Medical DynamX sirolimus-eluting coronary bioadaptor FDA

FDA grants drug-eluting bioadaptor its breakthrough device designation

The Elixir Medical DynamX sirolimus-eluting coronary bioadaptor is designed to improve coronary luminal diameter, help restore hemodynamic modulation and reduce plaque progression in patients with de novo coronary artery lesions.

Insurance telemarketing CEO sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for lying to consumers

The owner of a health insurance telemarketing company was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for selling limited indemnity health insurance plans using false and deceptive practices. The FTC had the courts liquidate the companys assets earlier this year. 

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Rad techs voice support for state bill requiring licensure to perform imaging exams

SB 1281 would establish scope of practice for each modality, set requirements for licensure, determine proper training, and develop standards to improve procedures. 

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North Korean hospital hacker indicted in the US

A North Korean national who may or may not still reside in his home country has been indicted for allegedly leading ransomware attacks against U.S. hospitals.