Practice Management

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

AI-enabled lesion quantification tool earns new CPT code
The software gives clinicians detailed insight into how patients are responding to treatment based on changes in lesion size and metabolic activity, offering earlier opportunities to alter care plans.
Strategic Radiology expands into new state, adding Kentucky private practice
The coalition of independent imaging groups on March 3 announced the addition Central Kentucky Radiology PLLC and its 14 physicians.
AI allows hospital to maintain MRI productivity with 1 fewer scanner
Oulu University Hospital lost one of its MRI after relocation and consolidation but was able to maintain output with the help of deep-learning technology.
‘Remarkable’: Radiologists’ turnover odds double in short span
Between 2020 and 2022, the adjusted odds of a radiologist leaving a practice were nearly twice as high (odds ratio of 1.96) as seven years prior.
'Revolutionary' mobile imaging pilot program excels at preventing unnecessary ED visits
A pilot project involving portable imaging in patients’ homes following injuries has been a game changer for one community.

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Radiologists often favored in medical malpractice cases, but losses can cost millions

It is estimated that up to 50% of radiologists will be named in a medical malpractice case by the time they reach 60.

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Most patients trust AI to interpret their imaging, but certain demographic factors shape these opinions

“Incorporating patient perspectives into AI implementation strategies ensures that these technologies improve and not hinder patient care."

A 'very tough situation'—as Hawaii's radiologist shortage persists, imaging backlogs climb into the thousands

One organization in the state informed staff members that more than 8,000 images are currently pending review.

Half of cancer patients ignorant about imaging, and it’s causing them depression, anxiety and stress

Such “scanxiety” can have a detrimental effect on exam quality, delay care and necessitate additional imaging, experts write in the Journal of Radiology Nursing.

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ChatGPT effective at simplifying breast imaging recall letters

Emory University radiologists recently sought to improve the readability of their recall messages, asking the large language model for help.

Radiology practice reportedly working with FBI after ‘data security incident’

Mt. Baker Imaging and Northwest Radiologists in Bellingham, Washington, have engaged with outside forensic specialists to aid in the investigation.

Pre-procedure patient questionnaires reduce IR scheduling hiccups

Increased demand for interventional procedures has inevitably resulted in more patients with complex medical needs entering the IR suite.

RadNet leaders discuss rationale behind blockbuster $103M iCAD AI acquisition

RadNet provides 1.9M mammograms per year in the U.S., and adding iCAD’s installed customer base would boost the number of impacted exams to 10M.

Practice Management

AI-enabled lesion quantification tool earns new CPT code

Strategic Radiology expands into new state, adding Kentucky private practice

AI allows hospital to maintain MRI productivity with 1 fewer scanner

‘Remarkable’: Radiologists’ turnover odds double in short span

'Revolutionary' mobile imaging pilot program excels at preventing unnecessary ED visits