Shaping your Future Practice: ACOs and Practice Development: 11.27, 5pm-6pm

Designed to help attendees understand the concept of the accountable care organization (ACO), this session addresses the delivery model and how it will influence the practice of medical imaging. Speakers also will explore licensure, reimbursement and position responsibilities of the radiologist assistant.

When: Sunday, Nov. 27, 5:00-6:00
Where: S402AB

Speaker Information:
  • Claudia A. Murray, principal and CEO, CMC Consulting in Fallston, Md.
  • Joy J. Renner MA, RT, division director, University of North Carolina Health Care System in Chapel Hill

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