Health Care Reform in Radiology / Current Clinical Imaging (PDF)

The first book-length treatment of the absolutely essential
topic of U.S. health care reform for imaging specialists

This latest volume in the Current Clinical Imaging series offers
all professionals involved with imaging a cogent, concise
discussion of major issues related to health care reform from the
perspective of fellow imaging specialists. It provides radiologists
with a solid footing in understanding where they are now and where
they can expect to be in the evolution of health care reform over
the next ten years.

Presenting an excellent balance of clinical and health care
policy issues, Health Care Reform in Radiology reinforces
the central role of health promotion and preventive medicine in
U.S. health care systems while offering an international
perspective on the subject. Topical coverage includes
evidence-based outcomes for health care delivery, the impact of the
determination of imaging tests' effectiveness, patient safety,
medicolegal reform, reimbursement issues, and universal healthcare
benefits and challenges.

Health Care Reform in Radiology presents a program
to:

* Enhance patient safety and quality of care

* Anticipate new or revised standards for all imaging
modalities

* Suggest the more appropriate use of imaging based on the latest
clinical evidence

* Discuss the evolving regulations defining the training required
to perform imaging procedures

* Encourage career-long learning (CME, maintenance of
certification, etc.)

* Show fellow radiologists how to provide added value for
patients and referring physicians

Developed and written by two top experts in the field, this is
an ideal book for all professionals involved with imaging as well
as physician groups that depend on radiology.