Health IT

Healthcare information (HIT) systems are designed to connect all the elements together for patient data, reports, medical imaging, billing, electronic medical record (EMR), hospital information system (HIS), PACS, cardiology information systems (CVIS)enterprise image systemsartificial intelligence (AI) applications, analytics, patient monitors, remote monitoring systems, inventory management, the hospital internet of things (IOT), cloud or onsite archive/storage, and cybersecurity.

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AI can generate usable radiology reports, but it requires a human touch

The presence of "hallucinations" remains a significant problem when it comes to using advanced AI models in a healthcare setting.

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FDA clears AI-powered brain MRI evaluation software

The newly approved system was designed to assist clinicians with the detection of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

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Coalition of imaging practices gains access to advanced AI capabilities

Under a new agreement, Strategic Radiology’s member practices will be able to use the ClearRead software solutions developed by Riverain Technologies. 

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Interventional radiologists still getting acquainted with SIR registry, reporting templates

The Society of Interventional Radiology launched its Virtex registry in 2020 with an eye on showcasing the profession's value. 

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Self-scheduled mammograms gaining popularity with younger patients

Patients under the age of 50 are opting for the ease and convenience of scheduling their own appointments, and the results may not be limited to mammography.

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Data mining of structured radiology reports yields advantageous insights

Datapoints contained in structured radiology reports can be readily mined to guide decisions around long-term clinical, business and population-health aims. 

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Rad AI announces new artificial intelligence-powered software for radiology reports

After previewing the new software in September, Rad AI will make it commercially available throughout the United States at RSNA 2023 in Chicago.

Sectra signs enterprise imaging contract with one of the larger multi-region healthcare systems in the US

Sectra will, as the sole imaging IT provider, oversee and deliver the end-to-end infrastructure through a turnkey, fully managed SaaS agreement.

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CCTA is being utilized more and more for the diagnosis and management of suspected coronary artery disease. An international group of specialists shared their perspective on this ongoing trend.

The new technology shows early potential to make a significant impact on imaging workflows and patient care. 

Richard Heller III, MD, RSNA board member and senior VP of policy at Radiology Partners, offers an overview of policies in Congress that are directly impacting imaging.