Medical Imaging

Physicians utilize medical imaging to see inside the body to diagnose and treat patients. This includes computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, angiography,  and the nuclear imaging modalities of PET and SPECT. 

HPS, MedAssets HSCA align for purchasing power

Group purchasing organizations (GPOs) The Hospital Purchasing Service (HPS) and MedAssets HSCA are combining their respective resources.

CMS/Medicare offers contingency plan for October deadline

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) this week said that it will accept noncompliant electronic transactions after the upcoming Oct. 16 compliance deadline.

MGMA hosts its 2003 annual conference next month

The Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) is hosting its annual conference Oct. 12 - 15 in Philadelphia.

OTech sets two events to train providers on DICOM & HL7

For anyone in need of DICOM and/or HL7 training, healthcare technology training and consulting company OTech Inc. is offering a five-day, on-site training course.

Metro Medical Imaging opts for NovaRad's PACS

PACS provider NovaRad announced that Louisville, Ky.-based Metro Medical Imaging is the latest to purchase its NovaPACS system.

Philips' catheterization lab will incorporate sensor tracking technology

Philips Medical Systems will equip its Integris Allura flat-panel detector catheterization lab with MediGuide Ltd.'s medical positioning system (MPS) navigation core.

Kodak details growth plans to investors

Eastman Kodak Co. says it will "harness the power" of digital technology to expand into a range of commercial businesses and diversify its business portfolio in this decade.

Siemens releases new product for diagnostic and interventional cardiology

Siemens Medical Solutions unveiled its Axiom Artis dBC biplane cardiac and angiography system for diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac interventions.

Around the web

A total of 16 cardiology practices from 12 states settled with the DOJ to resolve allegations they overbilled Medicare for imaging agents used to diagnose cardiovascular disease. 

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.