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.

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FDA warns of cybersecurity vulnerabilities in patient monitors

The agency said Contec and Epsimed monitors connected via WiFi are particularly susceptible to cyberattack and could be used to gain access to hospital systems. 

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The US physician shortage shows no signs of stopping—what can cardiology leaders do?

The physician shortage that U.S. hospitals and health systems have been dreading is here—and its impact on cardiology could be quite significant.

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Medical device company raises $36M for emitter-free IVL platform

Boston-based Amplitude Vascular Systems is busy investigating the performance of its Pulse IVL platform in a wide variety of patient populations.

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Medicare Advantage faces criticism for administrative burdens, pushing doctors to opt out

Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) Senior Vice of Government Affairs, Anders Gilberg, explains the frustration surrounding the Medicare Advantage program.

 

‘We will miss him greatly’: Cardiologists share loving tributes to a founding member of SCAI

Frank J. Hildner, MD, is remembered by colleagues for his significant contributions to the field of interventional cardiology as well as his positivity, warmth and generosity. 

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Blood pressure drug recalled due to black contaminants—FDA highlights safety risks

The recall was put in place after a customer discovered “visible black particulate matter” in a sealed vial. If the contaminant enters a patient's blood vessels, it could lead to serious complications, including a stroke or even death. 

ACR shares guidance to help members deal with confusing White House executive orders

A string of executive orders from the White House created serious concerns among radiologists and other healthcare providers throughout the United States. The American College of Radiology issued a statement to help guide its members through the chaos. 

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Zimmer agrees to buy Paragon 28 for $1.1B

Zimmer Biomet plans to add ankle and foot surgical implants to its portfolio once the deal is finalized and approved by regulators.