Quality

The focus of quality improvement in healthcare is to bolster performance and processes related to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Leaders in this space also ensure the proper selection of imaging exams and procedures, and monitor the safety of services, among other duties. Reimbursement programs such as the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) utilize financial incentives to improve quality. This also includes setting and maintaining care quality initiatives, such as the requirements set by the Joint Commission.

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Two Florida women sentenced to prison for falsifying clinical records

Two women in Florida have been sentenced to prison for their roles in a conspiracy to falsify clinical trial data.

October 28, 2022
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X-rays may suffice for assessing some low-back fractures

It’s unlikely radiography will unseat MRI for routinely distinguishing between acute and chronic compression fractures of the lumbar vertebrae, but certain X-ray findings might, in cases, obviate the need for the pricier imaging option.

October 28, 2022
The American College of Cardiology and Heart Rhythm Society issued a joint statement soon after CMS published its final rule for the 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. The groups warned that the final rule could threaten patient access to high-quality care. Medicare cuts may harm patient care.

Referrer–radiologist agreement nets 75% follow-up imaging rate, and certain factors can inform interventions for the other 25%

When referring physicians agree with radiologists’ recommendations on the clinical necessity of follow-up imaging, three-quarters of patients go on to complete the additional exam.

October 27, 2022
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1 in 10 American seniors has dementia, according to new study

A new study has revealed that approximately 10% of U.S. adults 65 and older have dementia, and 22% have mild cognitive impairment.

October 26, 2022

More than 6,000 mammograms reviewed after radiology group misses dozens of cancers

Cancer was identified in an additional 25 women, all of whom required either surgery, chemotherapy, radiation or a mastectomy. 

October 26, 2022
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Growing demand for radiologic technologists reflected in 2 educational endeavors

A new scholarship looks to help address shorthanded staffing in facilities that employ mammography technologists. And a fresh acquisition will bring RT e-learning to a widely dispersed student body.

October 26, 2022
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$75M malpractice verdict splits fault between ER doctor, radiologist

A jury in Georgia has pinned 60% of the blame for a stroke patient’s permanent whole-body paralysis on an ER physician and 40% on a radiologist—while clearing all other clinicians who had a hand in the catastrophic episode of care.

October 25, 2022

Oracle Cerner partners with remote care company

The partnership comes just a few months after Oracle completed its $28.3 billion acquisition of Cerner in June.

October 21, 2022