Connecting medical imaging leaders to the latest industry news, best practices, and AHRA happenings.
By Donna Blakely MS, RT (R)(M)(CRA)
March 2012—For the past three years, I have served as the AHRA liaison for the Associated Sciences Consortium. During the most recent meeting, we discussed the highlights of the Associated Sciences courses offered during the 2011 RSNA Annual Meeting and looked ahead to 2012’s meeting.
By Tim Ludwig, CRA, FAHRA
January 2012—Happy New Year once again from The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). As a reminder, the JRCERT promotes excellence in education and enhances the quality and safety of patient care through the accreditation of educational programs.
By Melody W. Mulaik, MSHS, RCC, CPC, CPC-H, PCS
January 2012—In today’s chaotic healthcare environment there are many items that generate discussion and confusion. Arguably one of the top items that falls into this category is the implementation of ICD-10-CM.
By Hazel Hacker, FAHRA
December 2011—AHRA organizational liaisons represent AHRA on occasions involving communication with related organizations. Liaisons attend meetings and provide reports to the AHRA board of directors. As the liaison for the Alliance for Quality Medical Imaging and Radiation (Alliance), I attended a telephone conference regarding the CARE bill in August and summarized my findings here.
By Jef Williams, MBA, PMP and Shawn McKenzie, MPA, CRA, RT, CRT
June 2011–It is no secret that much ambiguity remains around ACOs. Whether you are poised for success in a new model will be largely determined by your leadership. Engage now and begin preparing your organization.
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