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OverviewThe 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. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Richard C. Semelka (University of North Carolina School of Medicine) , Jorge EliasPublisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell Volume: 16 ISBN: 9781118642368ISBN 10: 1118642368 Pages: 216 Publication Date: 29 May 2013 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Undefined Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsContributors vii Preface viii 1 Health Care Reform: The Scope of the Problem 1 Richard C. Semelka, Diane Armao, and Jorge Elias Jr 2 Only Studies Which are Necessary 6 Diane Armao, Jorge Elias Jr, and Richard C. Semelka 3 Radiation Dose Reduction 22 Jorge Elias Jr and Richard C. Semelka 4 Alternate Imaging Studies To CT 36 Jorge Elias Jr, Lauren M. B. Burke, and Richard C. Semelka 5 Patient Information 64 Jorge Elias Jr and Richard C. Semelka 6 Are we Doing the Right Study? 86 Diane Armao, Jorge Elias Jr, and Richard C. Semelka 7 Radiology Medical Education 115 Jorge Elias Jr and Richard C. Semelka 8 Quality Metrics for Radiology Practice 123 Richard C. Semelka and Jorge Elias Jr 9 Medicolegal Reform 140 Jorge Elias Jr and Richard C. Semelka 10 Pressures on Reduced Compensation For Clinical Service 151 Jorge Elias Jr and Richard C. Semelka 11 National Health Care Systems 159 Jorge Elias Jr, Lauren M. B. Burke, and Richard C. Semelka 12 Research In Radiology 170 Richard C. Semelka, Michael Brand, Michael Uder, Michael A. Kuefner, John Stonestreet and Jorge Elias Jr Subject index 195 Color Plate Section can be Found Facing Page 184ReviewsAuthor InformationRichard C. Semelka, MD, is one of the foremost authorities on MRI of the abdomen and pelvis, with six MRI text-books and over 200 peer-reviewed papers to his credit. Dr. Semelka has also authored numerous chapters and review articles on MRI of the body, and has presented his work at meetings around the world. Dr. Semelka is the Director of MR Services, Professor and Vice Chair for Research, Department of Radiology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Jorge Elias, Jr, MD, PhD, is a professor in the Division of Radiology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine of Ribeirao Preto, University of São Paulo, Brazil. Dr. Elias was trained in Brazil and the United States and has a keen understanding of the US healthcare system in the international context. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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