Radiology News
CMS receives backlash from Provider Groups over Inadequate Inpatient Care Pay Update
Hospital groups are expressing their disdain for CMS’ payment update for inpatient providers, claiming that it is “woefully inadequate.” This proposal has sparked fierce opposition from provider groups who feel that it will leave many hospitals struggling financially. In this article, we will take a closer look at the payment update and how it will…
Read MoreVertical Integration: A New Approach to Tackling Contrast Shortages in CT Imaging
The worldwide shortage of imaging contrast agents last year left medical providers struggling to provide proper diagnostic care for their patients. In response, North American pharmaceutical provider Voyageur Pharmaceuticals has implemented a new approach to tackle the shortage head-on. By using barium and iodine sources in Canada and the United States, the company has created…
Read MoreVirginia Radiologist Acquitted in Alleged Malpractice Case
Recently, a jury in Virginia rendered their decision in a case that accused a local radiologist of malpractice in the treatment of a deceased patient. The case was brought by the estate of Carl Henderson Jr. who died from an aortic aneurysm five days after being discharged from the hospital. They sought $10 million in…
Read MoreBipartisan Bill to Boost Residency Slots in Radiology and Other Specialties
As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, the demand for highly-skilled medical professionals has significantly increased. In response, House lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill that could benefit a large number of medical students across the United States. The bill aims to add 14,000 Medicare-supported medical residency positions in diagnostic imaging and other specialties over…
Read MoreMillions Face Medicaid Loss When COVID PHE Ends
The COVID Public Health Emergency (PHE) ends in mid-May and could adversely impact healthcare insurance for millions of Americans. The PHE extended Medicaid eligibility allowing millions to receive healthcare insurance. However, a little-publicized change about the PHE ending is that roughly 18 million will lose their Medicaid coverage. As of April 1, 2023, states…
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