In a statement released on April 14, MITA cautioned that the coverage decision will “severely limit patient access” to amyloid PET diagnostics and anti-amyloid monoclonal antibodies treatment.

Numerous medical imaging societies, including the ACR, signed onto a letter dated Feb. 25 that was sent to members of Congress requesting collaboration on reforms to the Medicare physician payment system.

With technology now enabling seamless data transfer, it has become “unacceptable” to force patients and their families to hand-deliver images, experts charged in JACR.

The American College of Radiology has joined 17 other provider groups in urging CMS to address poor stakeholder engagement. 

The college said the codes are related to X-ray contrast of the knee and ultrasound guidance, among others.

The American College of Radiology is among those dedicated to creating a more inclusive healthcare environment.

The American College of Radiology and Society of Breast Imaging noted women of color are 72% more likely to be diagnosed with the disease before they turn 50 compared to non-Hispanic white women.

Physicians called on imaging societies, clinicians and news media to spread awareness about vaccine-related swollen lymph nodes.