3 Ways A Pediatric Radiology Labor Shortage Could Make An Impact
An analysis by Assistant Professor Cory M. Pfeifer, MD, MS, department of radiology at Dallas’ University of Texas SW Medical Center is published in Volume 15, Issue 3, of the Journal of the American College of Radiology. While the need for pediatric radiologists continues to rise, fellowship interest in this subspecialty is on the decline.…
Read More5 Steps to Manage Your Practice’s Yelp Reviews
Evolution in radiology opened the door to new ways to diagnose health problems and provide better care. Radiologists play a vital role in reviewing and interpreting images, ensuring treatment plans align with actual needs. Unfortunately, the changing landscape of radiology, including the ongoing digitalization of the medical industry, presents a problem. Advanced systems can be…
Read MoreBreakdown of percentage of claims against radiologist from a malpractice perspective ie ER, IP, OP
While literature based on errors made in radiology and the malpractice cases that may result is prevalent, information related to systematic reviews of the actual malpractice claims is lacking. However, on Aug. 27, 2019, the Journal of the American College of Radiology published the study, Emergency Radiology: An Underappreciated Source of Liability Risk. According to…
Read MoreNon physician Providers are Interpreting More Imaging Studies
According to a recent long-term study published in the American Journal of Roentgenology, nonphysician providers (NPPs) such as nurse practitioners and physicians’ assistants, are performing more imaging-guided procedures and reading an increased number of imaging examinations. Although the actual percentage of studies the NPPs are reading remains small, radiologists have explicitly agreed that “image interpretation…
Read MoreHow Small and Mid-Sized Radiology Practices Succeed Despite Consolidation
Radiology is in crisis. Rapidly increasing premiums for employees, changing demands for independent practices, and the consumerization of healthcare push more independent radiologists to consider consolidation. Consolidation is the crisis that continues to impact the healthcare industry, and multiple private equity firms, including Coastal Radiology Associates, have poured countless dollars into encouraging consolidation. On its…
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