Multidetector-row CT: economics and workflow.
With rapid evolution of multidetector-row CT (MDCT) technology and applications, several factors such as technology upgrade and turf battles for sharing cost and profitability affect MDCT workflow and economics. MDCT workflow optimization can enhance productivity and reduce unit costs as well as increase profitability, in spite of decrease in reimbursement rates. Strategies for workflow management include standardization, automation, and constant assessment of various steps involved in MDCT operations. In this review article, we describe issues related to MDCT economics and workflow.
Pottala
Krishna M
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Department of Radiology, Emory University School of Medicine, 1364 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30322, USA.
Kalra
Mannudeep K
MK
Ouellette
Kathy
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Sahani
Dushyant
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Thrall
James H
JH
Saini
Sanjay
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D004470:Economics, Medical; D017598:Efficiency, Organizational; D006801:Humans; D011872:Radiology Department, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration*; D017748:Time Management; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed / Q000191:economics*