Vendor Evaluation Guide Translation software, timelines, and vendor selection To meet the CMS eCQM requirements, three values must be reported for every diagnostic CT exam in adults. CT Category CMS-defined protocol group Global Noise Level Quantified image value Size-Adjusted Radiation Dose Patient-normalized metric None of these values live in your EMR. They must be calculated from…

Introduction On January 30, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued an official statement clarifying that hospitals are not required to use any specific vendor’s software for compliance with the Excessive Radiation Dose or Inadequate Image Quality for Diagnostic Computed Tomography in Adults eCQM. From the beginning, the measure specifications never mandated…

Introduction RSNA 2024 offered a compelling snapshot of the healthcare imaging industry’s current landscape. While attendance is still on its way to pre-pandemic levels, the energy and engagement reflected an industry steadfast in its pursuit of innovation and progress. Shifting Industry Conversations This year’s RSNA highlighted several key themes and challenges shaping the imaging industry:…