The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services now reimburses for code 76145, allowing physicists to contribute monetary value to the care team for their work

The non-operating room use of anesthesia is becoming increasingly popular in institutions that handle a high volume of IR cases. 

Radiology is facing increased regulatory pressure, underlining the need to improve how it interacts with members of this patient community. 

The decrease in duration allows for more examinations in the same timeframe, enhances patient comfort and reduces the chance of image distortion. 

The finding comes as some radiologists struggle meeting the demands of both family and their profession, Medscape reported. 

The Los Angeles-based imaging center operator has deployed "super techs," overseeing multiple CT or MR exams remotely with the help of aids. 

The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine recently implemented such a platform, hoping to cut back on other modes of communication in its reading room. 

Over 71% of those polled have reservations about serving as the primary tech when working off-site, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists reports.