Quality

The focus of quality improvement in healthcare is to bolster performance and processes related to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Leaders in this space also ensure the proper selection of imaging exams and procedures, and monitor the safety of services, among other duties. Reimbursement programs such as the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) utilize financial incentives to improve quality. This also includes setting and maintaining care quality initiatives, such as the requirements set by the Joint Commission.

Emergency head CT use has more than doubled over last decade
A new analysis suggests approximately 1 out of every 10 patients presenting to the ED will complete a head CT during their visit.
MRI patients willing to commute farther for clinics that use low-dose GBCAs
Data suggest most patients in need of contrast-enhanced MR imaging would prefer lower dose alternatives. Some are willing to go well out of their way to achieve that.
Telix says new kidney cancer imaging agent alters treatment plans for 50% of patients
The positive findings come after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration previously shared concerns related to sterility assurance issues during the drug’s production.
Siemens Healthineers issues correction for MRI systems affected by recent Class 1 recall
On Aug. 28, Siemens alerted customers about safety issues with nine different scanners from its Magnetom series of MRI offerings.
New data highlight 'systemic inconsistencies' in documentation of contrast reactions
Although uncommon and typically not life-threatening, hypersensitivity reactions have increased in recent decades alongside the significant rise in CT use.

Society of Interventional Radiology opposes value-based care proposal

Under the proposal, Medicare would add an interventional radiology payment pathway, creating a new reporting framework for IRs as part of MIPS.

Key causes of poor breast imaging quality and how 1 health system addresses them

Variable technologist training and skill levels, inconsistent onboarding and training, “constant” turnover, and a high number of unfilled positions all have contributed.

CT workflows improve with help of deep learning 3D camera for patient positioning

These specialized, AI-powered cameras can automate and optimize patient positioning based on their body habitus and placement on the table.

Update: New details emerge about fatal MRI accident in Long Island

The man's wife says he was accompanying her for an MRI of her knee when the tragedy occurred.

Patient radiation exposure reduced by up to 99% with new reconstruction algorithm

Not only could its use reduce wait times, but it also could cut the associated costs of imaging.

How sample sizes versus scan times affect data quality and radiology research overhead costs

New findings have the potential to significantly benefit the field of neuroscience and could help guide researchers in designing more cost-effective, fruitful studies of the brain.

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AI and QI—a partnership made for healthcare

Within healthcare, artificial intelligence and quality improvement have some things in common.

To excel in today’s market, radiology groups must adopt ‘360-degree approach’ to gathering feedback

“Leaders in radiology must prioritize embedding a culture of feedback within their institutions, recognizing its crucial role in continuous improvement," experts charge.

Quality

Emergency head CT use has more than doubled over last decade

MRI patients willing to commute farther for clinics that use low-dose GBCAs

Telix says new kidney cancer imaging agent alters treatment plans for 50% of patients

Siemens Healthineers issues correction for MRI systems affected by recent Class 1 recall

New data highlight 'systemic inconsistencies' in documentation of contrast reactions