Connecting medical imaging leaders to the latest industry news, best practices, and AHRA happenings.
By Adrienne Dresevic, Esq. and Arturo Trafny, Esq. of The Health Law Partners, P.C.
On March 28, 2019, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), proposed an update to the Mammography Quality Standards Act of 1992 (MQSA), aimed at modernizing the regulations by incorporating current standards and practices.
By Adrienne Dresevic, Esq. and Clinton Mikel, Esq. of the Health Law Partners, P.C.
Radiology providers and suppliers can and should use HHS’ cybersecurity guidance to evaluate their cybersecurity program and ensure they have taken the necessary precautions to protect against data breaches. Not only does the guidance highlight key areas of risk, it details specific safeguards effective in mitigating those areas of risk.
By Sheila M. Sferrella, MAS, RT(R), CRA, FAHRA
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a regulatory revision in the 2019 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) final rule, effective January 1, 2019, that changes supervision requirements for Radiology Assistants (RAs).
By Jessica L. Gustafson, Esq. and Adrienne Dresevic, Esq. of The Health Law Partners, P.C.
The healthcare industry is replete with sub-regulatory guidance that serves to interpret an agency’s’ regulations. Such guidance documents include, but are not limited to: OIG Fraud alerts, Advisory Opinions and Special Bulletins; CMS Manuals and coverage articles; and Local Coverage Determinations.
By Adrienne Dresevic, Esq. of the Health Law Partners, P.C.
In December 2018, CMS’ Medicare Learning Network® (MLN) released an Appropriate Use Criteria for Advanced Diagnostic Imaging fact sheet/practical guide to assist providers in meeting CMS’ federal mandate for 2020.
