The review “The Time Has Arrived for National Reimbursement of Screening CT Colonography,” published in the July issue of American Journal of Roentgenology sounds like an all-too-familiar story. Will the latest evidence persuade the powers that be to push forward with coverage of a vital screening exam? Or will we remain in limbo?

Healthcare imaging specialist Barco announces the launch of two new diagnostic display systems: the premium grayscale Coronis 3MP LED and the high-bright Nio Color 3MP LED. Featuring 3MP resolution and using high-bright LED backlights, these diagnostic displays enhance radiologist productivity and performance by making subtle details more noticeable more quickly.

Five years ago, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) determined there was insufficient evidence to support national reimbursement of screening colonography. Multiple studies published in the interim address the USPSTF’s concerns and support a change in rating, according to a review published in the July issue of American Journal of Roentgenology. 

Volumetric growth may help determine the clinical significance of small polyps detected at CT colonography, according to a study published in the July issue of The Lancet.

Will patient access to a portal improve satisfaction? Will older patients use the portal? How about portal security?These are all questions faced by providers as patient portals gather steam. In an effort to bust some myths related to the use of portals, Rochester, N.Y.-based Carestream commissioned a market consultancy firm to survey patients about portal usage. Some of the findings can be seen in this infographic provided by Carestream:

Although the iPad has made a splash in radiology education, the impact of the leading tablet on daily clinical duties has been limited, according to a study published online June 26 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.

MedCurrent Corporation, a provider of clinical decision support solutions (CDS), announced that it has signed an agreement with the National Decision Support Company (NDSC).

Agfa HealthCare announces the North American launch of its NX MUSICA2 Platinum and NX MUSICA2 Neonatal, which take image processing to a new level by rendering excellent bone and soft tissue detail simultaneously in a single exposure. These Agfa HealthCare-exclusive offerings provide enhanced detail across the entire dynamic range of the image for improved contrast, sharpness and density preferred by radiology specialists.