Curated content from the AHRA 2024 Annual Meeting and live webinars; highlights the best professional education, advice, and innovative thinking offered by AHRA in 2024.
Sessions Include:
Annual Meeting 2024
An Unconventional Approach: Leveraging Kindness As A Strategy For Success
Ensuring Compliant Coding & Billing for Extender Services
How to think smarter about funding requests from radiology groups
A Leader's Inclusive Blueprint: Transforming Challenges, Enhancing Staff Experiences
CLIMB 2024
Guiding Growth: Mentorship's Role in Enhancing Employee Satisfaction and Patient Care
Billing and Compliance for Radiology Extenders
Understanding How Power Affects Creativity, Connection, and Brain Capital
On-Demand Webinars:
Breast MRI: Fundamentals Today, Innovations Tomorrow
Workforce Solutions - Technology, Strategy, and Operational Efficiency
Elevating the Patient Experience in Breast Imaging
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In this talk, you'll learn how to use kindness as a key differentiator to make your organization stand out from the crowd. When you learn how to use kindness strategically, you'll be seen and valued as a strategic and compassionate leader while simultaneously boosting the bottom line and improving workplace culture.
Speaker: Cindy Rowe, Founder/CEO, Cindy Rowe, LLC
Science has proven that doing kind acts for others makes us happier. And that's great news for leaders because happier employees are 12% more productive. In today's workplace climate - amid staffing and retention challenges, it's crucially important to have a competitive edge with current staff and future employees. In this talk, you'll learn how to use kindness as a key differentiator to make your organization stand out from the crowd. When you learn how to use kindness strategically, you'll be seen and valued as a strategic and compassionate leader while simultaneously boosting the bottom line and improving workplace culture.
This session will briefly discuss the differences among the various credentials in terms of training and education. Then we will review in depth the Medicare requirements for APP billing and for "incident-to" billing, including the types of professionals to which these concepts apply; the limitations and restrictions on place of service, type of service, etc.; and the type of physician supervision required.
Radiologists and hospitals frequently employ physician extenders, non-physician professionals who assist the radiologist and perform certain imaging services independently. These professionals may have a variety of different credentials, including Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA), Registered Radiologist Assistant (RRA), Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), and others. This session will briefly discuss the differences among the various credentials in terms of training and education. Then we will review in depth the Medicare requirements for APP billing and for "incident-to" billing, including the types of professionals to which these concepts apply; the limitations and restrictions on place of service, type of service, etc.; and the type of physician supervision required. Examples will be provided of billable and non-billable services performed by the various types of professionals in the hospital and non-hospital setting (imaging center, private office). Ample time will be given to ensure all participants' questions are covered in the session.
The goal of this presentation is to goal is to provide hospital administrators with tools to think critically about requests for additional funding. During our presentation, we plan to discuss market trends in professional radiology services, provide an overview of physician benchmarking, evaluate best practices for provider staffing and deployment, and discuss strategies for engaging physicians in your department's priorities to get the most out of your partnership.
If you haven't already, it's likely you'll soon be approached for increased financial support from your radiology provider. The surge in competition for radiology positions nationwide has led to increasingly competitive salary offers, positioning it to become one of the fastest-growing segments among physician compensations. Coupled with external factors putting downward pressure on professional collections, this trend is financially squeezing physician practices and private groups. The decrease in profitability is prompting many groups to seek additional financial support from their hospital and health system partners, especially as these hospitals request greater coverage.
When facing funding requests, we recommend several key strategies for evaluation and response:
Utilize market benchmarks to understand how the economics and funding of your current partner compare to the market.
Identify operational strategies to ensure your organization deploys providers efficiently, supporting a more financially viable service line.
Ensure any additional funding agreed upon by your organization comes with clear performance expectations for the group and aligns the relationship with the organization's operational priorities.
Ultimately, our goal is to provide hospital administrators with tools to think critically about requests for additional funding. During our presentation, we plan to discuss market trends in professional radiology services, provide an overview of physician benchmarking, evaluate best practices for provider staffing and deployment, and discuss strategies for engaging physicians in your department's priorities to get the most out of your partnership.
This session is designed to create a safe space to discuss the challenges staff and patients face in radiology. The workshop delves into the transformative realm of inclusive leadership, focusing on navigating diversity challenges for staff and patients.
Speaker: Nicole Dhanraj, Phd, SHRM-SCP, CPPS, CSSB, PMP, CRA, R.T, (R)(CT)(MR), 424 Business Group Inc.
Depending on the topic, discussing diversity in the workplace is challenging, awkward, and somewhat embarrassing. This workshop is designed to create a safe space to discuss the challenges staff and patients face in radiology. The workshop delves into the transformative realm of inclusive leadership, focusing on navigating diversity challenges for staff and patients. We will explore strategies to address challenges such as microaggressions, biases, and negative staff /patient experiences with the outcome of fostering an environment that enhances well-being for all. By speaking openly about these challenges, leaders can better understand how to champion inclusivity and create a culture that positively impacts staff and patient interactions.
This session will look into the pivotal role of mentorship in fostering employee satisfaction and its profound impact on patient care. Discover actionable strategies for implementing effective mentorship programs that nurture talent, enhance engagement, and ultimately elevate the quality of patient experiences. Explore the symbiotic relationship between mentorship, employee satisfaction, and patient care outcomes, and learn how to cultivate a culture of support and development within healthcare organizations. Join us to unlock the potential of mentorship in guiding growth for both employees and patients alike.
Speaker: Christopher Salem (CEO - Business Advisor, CRS Group Holdings, LLC)
This session will look into the pivotal role of mentorship in fostering employee satisfaction and its profound impact on patient care. Discover actionable strategies for implementing effective mentorship programs that nurture talent, enhance engagement, and ultimately elevate the quality of patient experiences. Explore the symbiotic relationship between mentorship, employee satisfaction, and patient care outcomes, and learn how to cultivate a culture of support and development within healthcare organizations. Join us to unlock the potential of mentorship in guiding growth for both employees and patients alike.
Radiologists and hospitals frequently employ physician extenders, non-physician professionals who assist the radiologist and perform certain imaging services independently. These professionals may have a variety of different credentials, including Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA), Registered Radiologist Assistant (RRA), Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), and others. This session will briefly discuss the differences among the various credentials in terms of training and education. Then we will review in depth the Medicare requirements for non-physician practitioner billing and for “incident-to” billing, including the types of professionals to which these concepts apply; the limitations and restrictions on place of service, type of service, etc.; and the type of physician supervision required. Examples will be provided of billable and non-billable services performed by the various types of professionals in the hospital and non-hospital setting (imaging center, private office).
Radiologists and hospitals frequently employ physician extenders, non-physician professionals who assist the radiologist and perform certain imaging services independently. These professionals may have a variety of different credentials, including Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA), Registered Radiologist Assistant (RRA), Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), and others. This session will briefly discuss the differences among the various credentials in terms of training and education. Then we will review in depth the Medicare requirements for non-physician practitioner billing and for “incident-to” billing, including the types of professionals to which these concepts apply; the limitations and restrictions on place of service, type of service, etc.; and the type of physician supervision required. Examples will be provided of billable and non-billable services performed by the various types of professionals in the hospital and non-hospital setting (imaging center, private office).
Speaker: Melody Mulaik, MSHS, CRA, RCC, RCC-IR
This activity has been approved for 1.0 Category A ARRT continuing education credit.
Prismatic Leadership® is complex. Brain research shows that authoritative power can inhibit leaders from creating work environments that develop creative team members. Since creativity needs psychological safety, intellectual humility, curiosity and empathy to flourish, effective leaders must be aware of how power, position and authority can skew their perspective. Learn brain-based strategies to mitigate the effects of power and become an efficient Prismatic Leader®.
Prismatic Leadership® is complex. Brain research shows that authoritative power can inhibit leaders from creating work environments that develop creative team members. Since creativity needs psychological safety, intellectual humility, curiosity and empathy to flourish, effective leaders must be aware of how power, position and authority can skew their perspective. Learn brain-based strategies to mitigate the effects of power and become an efficient Prismatic Leader®.
Breast imaging plays a crucial role in the early detection and diagnosis of breast cancer, the most common cancer among women globally. Accurate imaging is essential for guiding treatment decisions, monitoring response to therapy, and improving patient outcomes. In this continuing education webinar, Dr. Kara-Lee Pool, will discuss indications for breast MRI, common artifacts and positioning techniques, contrast updates, and the future of breast imaging. Attendees will leave with enhanced knowledge and practical skills to optimize their use of breast MRI for diagnostic accuracy in breast imaging.
Original air date: September 19, 2024
Speaker: Kara-Lee Pool, MD
Sponsored by Guerbet
This webinar has been approved for 1.0 Category A ARRT continuing education credits.
Breast imaging plays a crucial role in the early detection and diagnosis of breast cancer, the most common cancer among women globally. Accurate imaging is essential for guiding treatment decisions, monitoring response to therapy, and improving patient outcomes. In this continuing education webinar, Dr. Kara-Lee Pool, will discuss indications for breast MRI, common artifacts and positioning techniques, contrast updates, and the future of breast imaging. Attendees will leave with enhanced knowledge and practical skills to optimize their use of breast MRI for diagnostic accuracy in breast imaging.
AHRA Member: free to members
Non-Member: $25.00
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Kara-Lee Pool, MD
Kara-Lee Pool, MD is a Radiologist who specializes in the fields of breast, pediatrics, and global health. She currently practices breast radiology at Torrance Memorial Hospital, Cedars-Sinai Health.
Her passion for Global Health research focuses on increasing the level of health care in low and middle income countries. She is an invited lecturer internationally, including for the World Health Organization and the Society of Breast Imaging.
She has extensive publications and book chapters on the topics of breast radiology, global health, pediatric imaging, and infectious diseases. Dr. Pool is an award winning documentary film producer and currently on the Lancet Committee for Global Diagnostics.
Medical Imaging leaders continue to face shortages in healthcare workers, specifically RTs. While this is not a new challenge, it has worsened in the past few years. This webinar will explore solutions that integrate technology, workforce strategies, and operational efficiency, in an effort to mitigate these shortages.
This webinar is generously sponsored by GE HealthCare.
Session Description:
Medical Imaging leaders continue to face shortages in healthcare workers, specifically RTs. While this is not a new challenge, it has worsened in the past few years. This webinar will explore solutions that integrate technology, workforce strategies, and operational efficiency, in an effort to mitigate these shortages.
Learning Objectives:
1) Understand how remote scanning technology has improved workforce management in hospitals, particularly for RTs 2) Understand the key trends reshaping workforce models 3) Explore on-device AI integration and how it helps reduce burnout 4) Explore short- and long-term strategies to help stimulate opportunities for radiologic technologists
This webinar is approved for 1.0 ARRT Category A Credit.
AHRA Member: free to members
Non-Member: $25.00
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Nahdia Pirzada (Moderator)
Vice President, Imaging Clinical Applications
GE HealthCare
Nahdia is Vice President of Imaging Clinical Applications at GE Healthcare, where she drives strategy, processes and key performance metrics that enable customer excellence, team motivation and business growth in the U.S. Nahdia has held various roles across multiple businesses within GE Healthcare. In her previous role as director of service, she was responsible for leading and developing the clinical engineering and diagnostic imaging field service teams, and leading service delivery and customer success management for key accounts in the Boston area. She is passionate about creating a world-class employee and client experience and has a proven track record of solving complex problems, building a culture of teamwork and achieving business results. Nahdia is a champion for diversity, equity and inclusion, and co-leads the Global GE Healthcare Women’s Network. She holds a master’s degree in engineering management and business administration from the University of Texas at Austin, and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Nahdia also serves on the ASRT Foundation Board of Trustees as the Treasurer.
Kimberly Bathurst
AVP of Women’s Health and Screening Services
RadNet – East Coast
Kimberly Bathurst is the AVP of Women’s Health and Screening Services for RadNet – East Coast. Kim has been a radiologic technologist for over 37 years, practicing various modalities, including CT, Interventional Radiology, DXA, OR, ER, and Mammography. Throughout her career, she has served on several Radiography Program Advisory Committees and has experience teaching and mentoring students. Kim has actively supported Maryland legislation by testifying in the Maryland House and Senate, supporting bills that make screening care more accessible to patients in the State of Maryland.
As a mother of a Marine Veteran and an active member of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Kim has spent many hours supporting our men and women in uniform with care package campaigns, writing letters of support and encouragement, and assisting fellow military families across the US.
Outside of her professional and volunteer commitments, Kim values her personal time. She finds joy in reading, baking, crafting, and camping. However, her most cherished moments are those spent with her family, which she prioritizes in her busy schedule.
Beth Kisielius
Vice President, Strategic Client Sales
AMN Healthcare
Beth Kisielius is an experienced leader with over 30 years of healthcare workforce solutions and recruitment strategy expertise. She has successfully served as a trusted advisor to hundreds of healthcare organizations by supporting their goals to optimize, develop, and nurture their workforce. With 15 years of executive experience at AMN, Ms. Kisielius has served as an innovative collaborator, working across multiple AMN brands to develop integrated solutions to solve complex workforce challenges.
Prior to joining AMN, Ms. Kisielius served as the Director of Recruitment at a six-hospital healthcare system in Massachusetts. In that role, she was responsible for the system-wide recruitment strategy, leadership, and performance accountability. Ms. Kisielius earned a master’s degree in speech language pathology from Emerson College and a bachelor's degree in human development from Boston College.
Sarah Lewis
Vice President, Digital Solutions - Imaging
GE HealthCare
Sarah is the Vice president and General Manager of Imaging Digital Solutions (IDS), leading product strategy across the USA and Canada for software solutions designed to enhance operational efficiencies and care standardization in medical imaging. With over a decade of experience supporting healthcare providers, Sarah has developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by the imaging and healthcare industry.
She is dedicated to driving innovation in patient care through her expertise in commercializing and advancing SaaS and imaging software technologies, particularly in addressing staffing shortages and optimizing workflows.
Arlene Siver
Vice President, Strategic Partnerships – Imaging
GE HealthCare
Arlene is the VP of Strategic Partnerships – responsible for leading the team that aligns GEHC’s horizontal capabilities to prioritized needs identified within the provider organization. Working collaboratively to understand client outcome definitions and nuances, she leads internal teams to shape strategies that integrate GEHC technology, data and analytics and creative business models to drive outcome improvements.
Leveraging 27 years of industry knowledge and GE experience, Arlene is skilled in managing internal cross functional teams in accordance with client organizations that include consultants and contractors for large-scale complex projects. She leads opportunities by utilizing industry, market and financial tools to architect strategic solutions that deliver outcomes aligned to the provider outcome improvement strategy. Her expertise spans across Imaging, Service, PCS, Finance, Digital and Pharmaceuticals. She has a proven track record with Academics/Luminaries, National, Gov’t, For Profit/Non-Profit accounts and possess strong analytic and technical skills to communicate solutions, with confidence, at all levels within a provider organization.
Arlene has a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and Management from Clarkson University and is a Green Belt Certified in Six Sigma.
Participants will learn about some of the barriers to care that breast imaging centers face on a daily basis. Strategies for increased patient satisfaction and retention will be discussed in detail. Case examples will be provided to exemplify these strategies in practice.
Original air date: April 30, 2024
Speaker: Dr. Stacy Smith-Foley, MD, CARTI Sponsored by Beekley Medical
Participants will learn about some of the barriers to care that breast imaging centers face on a daily basis. Strategies for increased patient satisfaction and retention will be discussed in detail. Case examples will be provided to exemplify these strategies in practice.
Learning Objectives: 1. Review barriers to care 2. Discuss strategies for patient retention 3. Provide case examples of optimal care
This activity has been approved for 1.0 Category A ARRT continuing education credits.
AHRA Member: free to members Non-Member: $25.00 Click here to learn more about the benefits of AHRA Membership.
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Recorded On: 04/30/2024
