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How Diagnostic Imaging is Revolutionizing Early Disease Detection

Professional Radiology

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The Power of Diagnostic Imaging in Early Disease Detection Medical imaging is one of the most significant developments in medical science. What is Diagnostic Imaging? Diagnostic imaging includes different types of scans that take pictures of the inside of the body.

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Types of Diagnostic Imaging

Professional Radiology

APRIL 17, 2023

Diagnostic Imaging is a great tool for your medical professional to use to detect issues sooner rather than later. There are several types of diagnostic imaging available today; each one used to visualize the internal structures of the body to assist doctors in diagnosis and treating various diseases and medical conditions.

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ABUS useful as DBT adjunct in screening, diagnostic imaging

AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Automated breast ultrasound (ABUS) is useful as an adjunct to digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) in opportunistic screening and diagnostic imaging, suggest findings published October 14 in Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology. In their cross-sectional study, the researchers included women who underwent DBT and ABUS from 2019 to 2022.

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Diagnostic imaging service expenditures shifting to third-party providers

AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 20, 2023

billion on service-related expenses for diagnostic imaging equipment, according to the recently published IMV 2023 Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Service Outlook Report. Click here to sign up for the IMV Survey panel today and share your knowledge of diagnostic imaging. In 2022, U.S. This is a 13.3%

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10 trends to watch in diagnostic imaging

Radiology Business

MAY 26, 2023

“To achieve organizational objectives in an ever-evolving landscape, imaging providers must develop strategies to meet increased demand for services,” Sg2 experts advised.

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Private equity firm acquiring diagnostic imaging provider for $658M

Radiology Business

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Affinity Equity Partners is buying 30-year-old Lumus Imaging, which employs over 2,000 imaging experts and support staff across 150 care sites.

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House committee advances key legislation to strengthen pay for diagnostic imaging agents

Radiology Business

MAY 21, 2024

The FIND Act is supported by several industry stakeholders including ACR and the Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging.

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Medicare to boost payment for certain diagnostic imaging agents

Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

CMS is moving forward with a proposal to issue separate reimbursement for radiopharmaceuticals—a change long lobbied for by the imaging industry.

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RadNet inks deal to open diagnostic imaging centers in multiple Walmart locations

Radiology Business

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The two giants in their respective industries plan to debut the first “MammogramNow” clinic Dec. 8 at the supercenter in Milford, Delaware.

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From acquisition to innovation: How Microsoft is advancing diagnostic imaging

Radiology Business

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

It’s been two and a half years since Microsoft completed its acquisition of Nuance Communications for a reported $19.7 At the time of the March 2022 transaction, Microsoft said it liked Nuance for its core strengths—AI-powered voice recognition and related software and services—across numerous industries.

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Humana expands use of automated prior authorization software into diagnostic imaging

Radiology Business

APRIL 24, 2024

The Louisville, Kentucky-based payer first partnered with vendor Cohere Health in 2021 to launch a pilot program in 12 states.

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New Tenn. law modifies rules for diagnostic imaging services

AuntMinnie

MAY 24, 2024

A new law in Tennessee marks the beginning of certificate of need (CON) reform and makes two key changes to requirements for PET and MRI services, according to experts at law firm Holland and Knight. CON laws are state regulatory mechanisms for approving major capital expenditures and projects for certain healthcare facilities, the firm said.

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Choosing the Right Diagnostic Imaging Center: What Patients Should Consider

TRA Medical Imaging

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

When it comes to your health, selecting the right diagnostic imaging center is an important decision. Whether you’re getting a routine scan or investigating a specific health concern, the imaging center you choose can significantly impact the accuracy of your diagnosis and the quality of care you receive.

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Bipartisan bill aims to boost Medicare patients’ access to diagnostic imaging agents

Radiology Business

APRIL 6, 2023

The Facilitating Innovative Nuclear Diagnostics Act of 2023 would eliminate barriers to nuclear medicine, supporters charged.

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Medicare to allow remote monitoring of diagnostic imaging exams for at least 1 more year

Radiology Business

JULY 12, 2024

"The failure of CMS to make virtual supervision permanent is certainly disappointing,” attorney and radiology policy expert Tom Greeson wrote Thursday.

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White patients undergo higher rates of diagnostic imaging in the ED than their black counterparts

Radiology Business

AUGUST 30, 2024

Previous studies have demonstrated that imaging overuse is pervasive in the ED, with “defensive medicine” a common reason, experts wrote in JAMA Network Open.

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Investor-backed diagnostic imaging provider Affidea scores $216M in growth capital

Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The radiology group executed 14 acquisitions last year, adding 24 new imaging centers to its network for a total of 355.

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American Board of Radiology doing away with written certifying exam in diagnostic imaging

Radiology Business

APRIL 14, 2023

ABR plans on hosting a virtual town hall on Thursday, May 4, to answer questions about changes to its DR oral exam.

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The Role of Diagnostic Imaging in Preventive Health Screenings

Professional Radiology

AUGUST 28, 2024

Among the most vital tools in this preventive health is diagnostic imaging. Professional Radiology in El Paso is a top diagnostic imaging center. We are known for our accurate and detailed imaging, which ensures the best possible care for our patients. Call (915) 225-2480 today to schedule an appointment.

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US senators introduce legislation to strengthen payment for diagnostic imaging agents

Radiology Business

MAY 17, 2023

The American College of Radiology, SNMMI and the Michael J. Fox Foundation, among others, voiced support for the FIND Act.

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Canadian province, Siemens begin diagnostic imaging enhancement program

AuntMinnie

MARCH 21, 2025

partnership that will begin by upgrading and replacing cancer-specific diagnostic imaging equipment. The investment involves replacing existing imaging equipment at the end of its life cycle with AI-enabled treatment equipment, according to the Alberta government.

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123 organizations come out in support of FIND Act aimed at strengthening diagnostic imaging pay

Radiology Business

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Backers include societies representing radiologists and nuclear medicine professionals, device manufacturers, patient advocacy groups, and pharmaceutical companies.

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New data highlight ‘massive gap’ between what Medicare, Medicaid pay for diagnostic imaging

Radiology Business

JUNE 4, 2023

The chasm between the two public payment programs has continued to grow since 2012, the Neiman Health Policy Institute reported recently.

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American Board of Radiology doing away with written, multiple-choice exam in diagnostic imaging

Radiology Business

APRIL 13, 2023

ABR plans on hosting a virtual town hall on Thursday, May 4, to answer questions about changes to its DR oral exam.

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Disparities persist in availability of diagnostic breast services

AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Lawson added that future studies will seek to better understand patient access to and use of diagnostic imaging, along with evaluating whether there are differences in the quality of diagnostic imaging provided to women.

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Buffalo’s 2nd largest diagnostic imaging center operator on why it sold to private equity

Radiology Business

MAY 22, 2024

Founded in 1959, Southtowns Radiology announced in November that it was unloading its imaging center business to Atlanta-based Rezolut.

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FDA has approved over 1,000 clinical AI applications, with most aimed at radiology

Health Imaging

JANUARY 13, 2025

Diagnostic imaging leads the way in AI product approvals by a mile, accounting for more than 70% of all applications on the list.

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Radiology Partners affiliate ARA Diagnostic Imaging reaches in-network deal with UnitedHealthcare

Radiology Business

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The country's largest commercial insurer knocked the Austin, Texas, practice out of network in April 2023, after it had reportedly sought a 34% price hike over five years.

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ACR ‘deeply troubled’ by health insurer’s ‘latest attempt to undervalue the role of radiologists’

Radiology Business

APRIL 24, 2024

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association licensee is attempting to curtail the delivery of multiple diagnostic imaging exams on a single patient during a single healthcare encounter.

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Texas Radiology Associates CEO Mark Kalmar takes home RBMA’s top award

Radiology Business

MAY 5, 2024

Meanwhile, ARA Diagnostic Imaging's Stacy Sanso received the President’s Award while Central Oregon Radiology Associates' Jamie Dyer took home the Young Professional Award.

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Steward reaches deal to sell multispecialty physician group to private equity affiliate for $245M

Radiology Business

AUGUST 14, 2024

The deal includes Steward Medical Group, a physician-led organization offering primary care, diagnostic imaging and other specialty services across several states.

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Diagnostic imaging chain diversifies, adding urology group and its 16 locations

Radiology Business

APRIL 10, 2025

Affidea is one of the largest radiology providers in Europe, operating a network of 391 centers spanning 15 countries and handling 20 million scans annually.

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Siemens Healthineers, Tower Health enter 10-year partnership

AuntMinnie

APRIL 3, 2025

The partnership aims to improve diagnostic imaging and digital intelligence tools for radiology, oncology, and cardiology across the West Reading, PA-based Tower Health system.

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At an impasse, 70-physician Radiology Partners affiliate terminates contract with UnitedHealthcare

Radiology Business

JULY 12, 2024

Arizona-based Southwest Diagnostic Imaging said the decision is effective immediately, with its 19 locations now considered out-of-network for those using UHC health plans.

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New York governor signs bill to expand coverage for breast imaging

Radiology Business

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The legislation changes state insurance laws to require individual, group and nonprofit health plans to reimburse for both screening and diagnostic imaging.

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At an impasse, 70-physician radiology practice terminates contract with UnitedHealthcare

Radiology Business

JULY 11, 2024

Arizona-based Southwest Diagnostic Imaging said the decision is effective immediately, with its 19 locations now considered out-of-network for those using UHC health plans.

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Nearly half of patients surveyed believe MRI exposes individuals to ionizing radiation

Radiology Business

JANUARY 25, 2024

Another 36% think that both magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography use the same technology to create diagnostic images.

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Private equity-backed Capitol Imaging acquires 7 imaging centers in Gulf Coast

Radiology Business

JANUARY 15, 2025

The Metairie, Louisiana-based radiology group is acquiring Houston MRI & Diagnostic Imaging, ballooning its center total to 48 across five states.

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Rhode Island Medical Imaging and its 90 physicians join Strategic Radiology

Radiology Business

AUGUST 21, 2024

Founded in 1943, the private practice has a network of 16 diagnostic imaging facilities overseen by its staff of "deeply" subspecialized radiologists.

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Canon donates $250K to AHRA campaign

AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

This money will support initiatives such as the Putting Patients First Program, for which the AHRA will award five $10,000 grants to support projects in diagnostic imaging, pediatric imaging, and radiation safety. Canon is donating $250,000 to the AHRA in a five-year commitment, contributing $50,000 each year through 2028.

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Are misconceptions about radiology deterring medical students from the specialty?

Health Imaging

JANUARY 13, 2025

New survey results delve deeper into what students are seeing in their future careers as physicians and how diagnostic imaging fits into the picture.

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Are Mammograms Safe? Understanding Radiation Exposure and Precautions

Professional Radiology

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Medical professionals take necessary precautions to ensure patient safety and modern imaging technology continues to minimize radiation levels. As the leading diagnostic imaging radiology center in El Paso, patient care and safety are our top priorities. Call (915) 225-2480 today.

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Private equity-backed Capitol Imaging acquires 7 outpatient centers in Gulf Coast

Radiology Business

JANUARY 16, 2025

The Metairie, Louisiana-based radiology group is acquiring Houston MRI & Diagnostic Imaging, ballooning its center total to 48 across five states.

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Nonhospital sites see increased competition for oncology-related imaging

AuntMinnie

JANUARY 16, 2024

In 2023, nonhospital sites faced more competition compared with hospital-based facilities for oncology-related diagnostic imaging scans, according to IMV’s recently published 2023 Oncology in Diagnostic Imaging Market Outlook Report. Davin Korstjens. out of 5 rating, compared with hospital sites, which registered a 3.7

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How Diagnostic Imaging is Revolutionizing Early Disease Detection

Types of Diagnostic Imaging

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ABUS useful as DBT adjunct in screening, diagnostic imaging

Diagnostic imaging service expenditures shifting to third-party providers

10 trends to watch in diagnostic imaging

Private equity firm acquiring diagnostic imaging provider for $658M

House committee advances key legislation to strengthen pay for diagnostic imaging agents

Medicare to boost payment for certain diagnostic imaging agents

RadNet inks deal to open diagnostic imaging centers in multiple Walmart locations

From acquisition to innovation: How Microsoft is advancing diagnostic imaging

Humana expands use of automated prior authorization software into diagnostic imaging

New Tenn. law modifies rules for diagnostic imaging services

Choosing the Right Diagnostic Imaging Center: What Patients Should Consider

Bipartisan bill aims to boost Medicare patients’ access to diagnostic imaging agents

Medicare to allow remote monitoring of diagnostic imaging exams for at least 1 more year

White patients undergo higher rates of diagnostic imaging in the ED than their black counterparts

Investor-backed diagnostic imaging provider Affidea scores $216M in growth capital

American Board of Radiology doing away with written certifying exam in diagnostic imaging

The Role of Diagnostic Imaging in Preventive Health Screenings

US senators introduce legislation to strengthen payment for diagnostic imaging agents

Canadian province, Siemens begin diagnostic imaging enhancement program

123 organizations come out in support of FIND Act aimed at strengthening diagnostic imaging pay

New data highlight ‘massive gap’ between what Medicare, Medicaid pay for diagnostic imaging

American Board of Radiology doing away with written, multiple-choice exam in diagnostic imaging

Disparities persist in availability of diagnostic breast services

Buffalo’s 2nd largest diagnostic imaging center operator on why it sold to private equity

FDA has approved over 1,000 clinical AI applications, with most aimed at radiology

Radiology Partners affiliate ARA Diagnostic Imaging reaches in-network deal with UnitedHealthcare

ACR ‘deeply troubled’ by health insurer’s ‘latest attempt to undervalue the role of radiologists’

Texas Radiology Associates CEO Mark Kalmar takes home RBMA’s top award

Steward reaches deal to sell multispecialty physician group to private equity affiliate for $245M

Diagnostic imaging chain diversifies, adding urology group and its 16 locations

Siemens Healthineers, Tower Health enter 10-year partnership

At an impasse, 70-physician Radiology Partners affiliate terminates contract with UnitedHealthcare

New York governor signs bill to expand coverage for breast imaging

At an impasse, 70-physician radiology practice terminates contract with UnitedHealthcare

Nearly half of patients surveyed believe MRI exposes individuals to ionizing radiation

Private equity-backed Capitol Imaging acquires 7 imaging centers in Gulf Coast

Rhode Island Medical Imaging and its 90 physicians join Strategic Radiology

Canon donates $250K to AHRA campaign

Are misconceptions about radiology deterring medical students from the specialty?

Are Mammograms Safe? Understanding Radiation Exposure and Precautions

Private equity-backed Capitol Imaging acquires 7 outpatient centers in Gulf Coast

Nonhospital sites see increased competition for oncology-related imaging

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