Brain imaging, ChatGPT, and medicolegal topped 2023 ' s most read list

In this study, French researchers suggested additional PET imaging with the use of translocator protein radiotracer for observing visual brain patterns and indexing the reactivity of astrocytes, starlike cells that play a key role in central nervous system functions. The research will continue.3. UnitedHealthcare sues Radiology Partners over billing disputeWhile litigation over pass-through billing in UnitedHealthcare (United) versus Radiology Partners moved closer to arbitration as of August, details from the April court filing are worth noting. The complaint centered on a small practice that Radiology Partners acquired in 2014 -- one with a United network contract affording reimbursement rates nearly 600% more than Medicare. Alleging 10 counts overall, United hopes to recoup millions in overpayments. Radiology Partners said the claims were without merit.4. Radiologists, RTs brought home higher earningsIn September, our SalaryScan survey revealed the average base salary of radiologists increased nearly $1.8% in 2022. CT specialists reported the highest average base salary. Nuclear medicine/PET specialists were paid the least by comparison. A regional analysis of salaries showed U.S. West North Central earned about 23% more than other regions. U.S. Mountain rounded out the bottom. Further, high demand for radiologic technologists drove increases in RT salaries. Revisit the details here. Look for new data in 2024.5. Radiologist faces $6.1M suit over false claimsIntervention...
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