Female patients and those with public insurance plans were much more likely than others to witness delays of 10 days or more, according to new research.

"We strongly urge the departments to establish and enforce penalties for noncompliance," ACR CEO William Thorwarth, MD, wrote to the administration.

Daniel Howell will steer the strategic direction of the Columbus-based company's 50 sites across Ohio and Wisconsin. 

Experts underlined the importance of radiologist-patient communication, which can include building rapport, clear descriptions of procedures and taking time for questions. 

Harbingers of an unsuccessful M&A deal can include decreased productivity and work quality, along with squabbling between coworkers or frequent sick days. 

Employing a "silver squad" of former physicians to decompress work lists should be a "strong consideration" for any practice, one expert argued. 

Under terms of the deal, Advocate will become a division of Ventra, while its leaders will retain their roles in the newly combined company. 

Varian said it plans to work closely with Nova Scotia Health to develop a new "digital imaging concept," the two organizations announced Jan. 4.