Radiology News
The Fight Against Medicare Pay Cuts for Radiologists
Recently, physician and U.S. House member, Greg Murphy, MD, R-N.C., introduced a bill to protect radiologists and other physicians from Medicare pay cuts. His proposal, the Preserving Seniors’ Access to Physicians Act, aims to counteract the 3.4% Medicare conversion factor cut that took effect at the beginning of the year. This bipartisan bill will be…
Read MoreThe FDA’s New Breast-Density Notification Requirement: What You Should Know
Breast density is a common issue that many women face, but often go uninformed about. It can impact the accuracy of mammograms and increase the risk of breast cancer. To help address this issue, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced in March 2023 that it would require mammography providers to notify women about…
Read MoreThe Latest Breakthroughs in Breast Cancer Research: What You Need to Know in 2023
Cancer can be a devastating disease, and breast cancer has a particularly high prevalence rate. For women in the United States, one in eight will develop breast cancer over their lifetime. Thankfully, research has continued to advance in the field of breast cancer, providing doctors, researchers, and patients with hope and optimism for the future.…
Read MoreRadiologist’s Claim for Remote Work Ends in Victory
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we work and interact with others. As the world continues to face this crisis, it is imperative that employers make accommodations to protect vulnerable employees. Unfortunately, it hasn’t been smooth sailing for everyone. In a recent case, a radiologist claimed he was fired for requesting remote work…
Read MoreCyberattack Hits Oregon Radiology Practice During Memorial Day Weekend
In the era of digitized healthcare, cybersecurity is a growing concern for medical practices of all sizes, from small clinics to large hospitals. Recently, an Oregon-based radiology practice was hit by a significant cyberattack over the Memorial Day Weekend. The Medford Radiology Group, which has been serving patients for 75 years, is now unable to…
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