How Radiologists Get Paid
The Texas Radiological Society podcast, How Radiologists Get Paid is a limited 5-episode series. Join us to unravel the complex landscape of healthcare reimbursement. In this series you will hear from economic thought leaders of the American College of Radiology and learn more about how radiology services are reimbursed, new payment models, and other emerging trends that shape radiology practice today.
How Radiologists Get Paid
Payment Policy Updates
In today’s episode Kurt Schoppe, MD, President of Radiology Associates of North Texas, Council Vice-Speaker for the American College of Radiology (ACR) and Past Chair of the ACR Reimbursement Committee speaks with Lauren Nicola, MD on Payment Policy Updates.
Dr. Nicola, a highly experienced radiologist and passionate leader, is currently serving on the ACR Board of Chancellors and as Chair of the Reimbursement Committee. Her extensive understanding of radiology economics has been shaped by active involvement in key roles, including leading the team at the Relative Value Update Committee (RUC), working on Resource-Based Relative Value Scale (RVU) valuations, and responding to Medicare changes. In addition, she heads Triad Radiology in North Carolina, offering invaluable on-ground insights into the industry.
In this episode, you will:
• Examine the profound implications of reimbursement cuts and potential bundling on radiology codes
• Analyze the complexities radiologists encounter with the Merit-based Incentive Payment System
• Recognize the significance of active involvement in payment policies such as PPI surveys in safeguarding equitable reimbursement for radiologists
• Forecast the future trajectory of radiology in MIPS
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