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Federal Regulations and Radiology
This edition of the Business of Radiology series focuses on policy in radiology.
When Testing Becomes Overtesting
Billionaire Mark Cuban spurs a debate about overtesting.
Accounting Advice for Radiology Practices
This edition of the Business of Radiology series focuses on accounting in radiology.
The Ethical Radiologist
This edition of the Business of Radiology series focuses on ethics in radiology.
Business of Radiology: Marketing
In this edition of Business of Radiology, marketing tactics for a successful radiology practice are explored.
How To Be The Perfect Radiology Group
The perfect radiology group has no concerns.
Radiology Isn’t Alone In Commoditization
Radiology continues to be threatened by commoditization, but it’s also a threat looming for health care as a whole.
What Can Radiologists Really Do About Unnecessary Imaging?
Unnecessary imaging is usually a product of the referring physician, but radiologists can play a part in making sure the imaging is appropriate.
Radiology and Pathology: Time to Integrate
Radiology and pathology can be a powerful team, if they can learn to work together.
Job Interview Advice For Radiologists
9 things radiologists looking for jobs need to know.
5 Reasons Radiologists Should Join Academic Radiology
Reasons for radiologists to go the academic route.
5 Reasons Radiologists Should Join Private Practice
Reasons why the private practice route may be better for some radiologists.
6 Job Search Tips For Radiologists
What radiologists need to know for a successful job search.
What Interoperability Means For Radiology
Health care information technology is striving towards interoperability, for financial and legislative reasons, how does this affect radiology?
Financial Planning For Radiology Residents
Establishing good financial planning habits early will help radiology residents manage income in the future.
Mixed Messages About Breast Density As Risk Factor
Breast density notification legislation has amped up the discussion about breast cancer screening but may be delivering mixed messages.
Why Radiologists Should Care About Clinical Decision Support
When referrers don’t use clinical decision support, radiologists don’t get reimbursed.
To Avoid Malpractice, Radiologists Must Communicate
A majority of malpractice cases in radiology are a result of failure to diagnose or communicate.
RSNA Collaborates, Sets to Improve Radiology Reporting
The RSNA Reporting Initiative continues to grow and give radiologists a sampling of best practice reporting templates.
No Such Thing as Big Data in Health Care
Small-to-medium sized data in health care will help radiologists push for their piece of the reimbursement pie.
Successful Social Media Campaigns in Radiology
MGH’s radiology department launched a social media campaign about the importance of mammography. The result? Increased engagement and appointments.
Does the ACO Model Commoditize Radiologists?
Radiology continues to be cautious with new payment model, but might not be able to avoid it for long.
Medical Physicists and Quality of Care in Radiology
Medical physicist contributions to quality care often go unseen by patients, but are paramount to their safety.
What You Need to Know About PACS and VNA
Tips for radiology leaders on whether a PACS or VNA system is best for their facility’s needs.
Q&A: Does Tort Reform Affect Rates of Diagnostic Imaging Services?
Recent study examines diagnostic imaging rate differences for all states; lead author Seth Stein, MD, helps dissect the information in this Q&A.
Imaging Utilization Trends and Reimbursement
As growth of imaging utilization slows, radiologists worry about the effect on reimbursement.
Face-to-Face Conversations Good for Patients, Radiologists
Pilot projects show benefits from radiologists’ in-person communication and patient engagement, signaling that it’s time to work outside of the reading room.
The Future of Image Sharing
What started as a small industry trend is growing into a mandatory best practice for radiologists.
Q&A: What Radiologists Should Know About the CMS Billing Data Release
CMS billing data was released in an effort to inform consumers. Here, a medical billing professional discusses how the release affects providers.
Bill Pushes CDS Forward with Potentially Positive Impact on Radiology
Recently-passed legislation would make clinical decision support use mandatory and improve appropriateness guidelines for ordering diagnostic imaging.