Practice Management

Practice management involves overseeing all business aspects of a medical practice including financials, human resources, information technology, compliance, marketing and operations.

Radiology nurse navigator helps streamline imaging for breast cancer patients
A new role at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center is improving the diagnostic process for both patients and providers.
AI cuts hospital system's MRI wait times by more than 50%
The health network, which operates 37 hospitals in California, drastically reduced scheduling delays after integrating an FDA-cleared algorithm designed to speed up imaging acquisition times.
Hundreds of exams canceled as heat wave sidelines MRI scanners
High temperatures in the U.K. are putting pressure on an already strained healthcare system, with imaging equipment on the fritz due to overheating.
America's largest hospital systems still relying on CDs for image sharing
Despite the many technological advancements that have occurred in radiology, the specialty is still lagging when it comes to image and data sharing, according to new research.
Neuroimaging utilization in emergency departments has increased year-over-year for a decade
Researchers believe their new data could be used to better inform staffing coverage in modern radiology departments.

COVID-19 brought 'overt' care-rationing in radiology that’s worsening disparities. How to fix it

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

Education materials miss the mark on informing patients about radiation safety

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.

Radiology faces ‘extraordinary opportunity’ as pioneer of modernizing medical education

More than 90% of rads working in North America and around the globe said the specialty is well-suited for online teaching, experts reported Tuesday in Insights into Imaging.

‘Seismic shift’ needed for radiologists to communicate radiation risks with info-hungry patients

Many patients say their understanding comes from radio, TV or social media, but nearly 70% would rather sit down with an imaging expert to discuss radiation issues.

6 tips for young radiologists entering residency

Transitioning from medical training to life as a resident is difficult and often daunting. Two experts share their ways to get a leg up.

Innovative payment reform needed to combat high out-of-pocket costs after lung cancer screenings

About 7.4% of the commercially insured receive at least one invasive procedure after their LCS, with patients’ responsibility ranging from $0- $7,500.

Hospital network pauses radiology services at satellite lab following suspensions over vaccine mandate

The New York institution suspended 16 employees without pay who now have 30 days to get vaccinated or be terminated.

Provider offering workplace and at-home diagnostic imaging expands into 22nd state

EZaccessMD partners with health plan holders to help blunt healthcare costs by offering teleconsults alongside ultrasound and X-ray scans in the community.

Practice Management

Radiology nurse navigator helps streamline imaging for breast cancer patients

AI cuts hospital system's MRI wait times by more than 50%

Hundreds of exams canceled as heat wave sidelines MRI scanners

America's largest hospital systems still relying on CDs for image sharing

Neuroimaging utilization in emergency departments has increased year-over-year for a decade