The ACA largely eliminated such cost-sharing, but grandfathered health plans, diagnostic mammography and other follow-up testing all result in added charges. 

The complex anatomy and variety of diseases in the head and neck make such imaging exams particularly vulnerable to mistakes.

Researchers said the results were “unexpected,” but noted their overall findings still support multispecialty practice.

Plus, Hyperfine appoints a new CCO and UCSF welcomes its recently hired chief of interventional radiology.

The move toward digital more closely aligns with the evolution of information-sharing, CEO and Executive Director of the organization Sal Martino said recently.

New information shows 34% of these organizations are running MRI machines more than a decade old.

Experts suggest using “equity-weighted allocation strategies” to better target populations left under-imaged amid the pandemic. 

People are increasingly taking on more proactive roles in their healthcare decisions, but a lack of proper education materials is proving to be a hindrance for both patients and providers.