Management

This page includes content on healthcare management, including health system, hospital, department and clinic business management and administration. Areas of focus are on cardiology and radiology department business administration. Subcategories covered in this section include healthcare economics, reimbursement, leadership, mergers and acquisitions, policy and regulations, practice management, quality, staffing, and supply chain.

Ascension buys ambulatory surgery centers in deal reportedly worth $3.9B
Nonprofit Ascension Health announced its purchase of Amsurg, adding 250 outpatient surgery centers to its expanding portfolio. The Catholic-based hospital group said the move will allow it to focus more on community-based care by keeping more patient referrals in-house.
Dexcom recalls more than 2 million CGM receivers over safety issues—dozens of adverse events reported
There is an increased risk that these devices will not provide audible alerts for low or high blood glucose levels. The FDA has ruled that this is a Class I recall, highlighting the safety risks associated with missed alerts.
Medtronic technology at center of new hands-on training center for surgeons, interventionalists
The Pearl, a new innovation hub in North Carolina, will soon be home to the first training center of its kind. Many of the advanced technologies on hand will be designed by Medtronic.
Fed up with patients recording their imaging exams, radiographers call for more stringent cellphone policies
This problem doesn't just affect imaging staff but all healthcare workers, one organization cautions.
Arizona woman arrested for alleged whole-body imaging scam using veterinary products to treat cancer
Janmarie Lanzo is charged with conspiracy to violate the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and defraud the FDA, according to the indictment.

CVS aims to avoid hyperinflated drugs

More than 3,400 drugs saw price hikes in the first half of 2019, with the average increase being more than five times the rate of inflation, according to CVS Caremark.

Hurricane Dorian prompts public health emergencies

HHS Secretary Alex Azar declared public health emergencies for Georgia and South Carolina on Sept. 2 in preparation for Hurricane Dorian.

USPSTF updates recommendations on risk-reducing breast cancer medications

Healthcare providers should offer risk-reducing medications such as tamoxifen, raloxifene and aromatase inhibitors to women at an increased risk of breast cancer or low risk of experiencing adverse effects, according to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF).

Despite efforts, medical imaging use continues to climb

“Like all aspects of medicine, it's important to make sure imaging is justified, and that the potential benefits are balanced against the potential harms," said lead author Rebecca Smith-Bindman, MD.

How to predict, prevent allergic reactions to CT contrast agents

Patients with a family or personal history of allergic reactions to contrast agents are at risk of experiencing similar reactions in the future, according to a new study published in Radiology.

Researchers track the costs, contributions of radiology residents

Patient care delivered by diagnostic radiology residents is associated with higher costs and slower turnaround times, according to new findings published in Academic Radiology. However, residents can still make a positive impact by providing “correct and comprehensive” reports and timely after-hours care.

Productivity up, compensation down for diagnostic radiology in 2018

A new survey from AMGA found that physician compensation increased in 2018, but diagnostic radiologists didn’t experience that same bump.

FDA fast-tracks dapagliflozin for treatment of CKD

The U.S. FDA this month granted Fast Track designation to AstraZeneca for the development of Farxiga, or dapagliflozin.

Management

Ascension buys ambulatory surgery centers in deal reportedly worth $3.9B

Dexcom recalls more than 2 million CGM receivers over safety issues—dozens of adverse events reported

Medtronic technology at center of new hands-on training center for surgeons, interventionalists

Fed up with patients recording their imaging exams, radiographers call for more stringent cellphone policies

Arizona woman arrested for alleged whole-body imaging scam using veterinary products to treat cancer