Radiology Economics

Information, guidance and analysis on economic issues relevant to the practice of radiology, radiation oncology and related medical issues.

Medicare and Medicaid
Current trends and activities surrounding Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System, Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, alternative payment models and more.
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Quality Payment Program: Alternative Payment Models
Understand MACRA, stay informed on its implementation and take steps to thrive in new payment and delivery models.
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Coding Resources

ACR CPT® coding publications and resources to help ensure your practice’s coding accuracy.

2026 Ultrasound Coding User's Guide
This guide offers the most comprehensive coverage of ultrasound-specific codes (e.g., 76000, 90000), with expanded definitions and detailed discussions of each code’s meaning.
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2026 Nuclear Medicine Coding User's Guide
This guide features case studies and Q&As to help identify the most appropriate CPT codes for nuclear medicine procedures. It supports accurate, up-to-date coding, billing, and reimbursement for nuclear medicine services.
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2026 Breast Imaging Coding FAQs
By utilizing this comprehensive resource, you can ensure accurate coding, optimize reimbursement, and stay up to date with the evolving landscape of breast imaging.
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This coding guide is co-written by SIR and ACR. It is available only to members as a benefit of membership. Member login required.
2026 Interventional Radiology Coding Update
This update provides the most comprehensive coverage of IR-specific CPT codes, including detailed guidance on both vascular and non-vascular procedures to ensure accurate reporting and optimized reimbursement.
ACR Radiology Coding Source™
Feel secure about your coding proficiency and stay up-to-date on Medicare policies with our electronic coding publication for diagnostic and interventional radiology, radiation oncology, nuclear medicine and medical physics coding and reimbursement news.
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CMS NCD Updates and Coding Revisions
CMS updates NCD coding for radiology and bone density, adding new ICD‑10 and CPT codes and revising Medicare billing rules.
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Lower Fee Now in Effect to File No Surprises Act Disputes
Federal agencies released a final rule that updates the No Surprises Act independent dispute resolution process. The rule lowers the IDR administrative or filing fee from $115 to $15.
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ACR Advises Radiologists to Review CMS NCCI Q3 Edit Files
CMS released the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) Procedure-to-Procedure (PTP) edit files for Q3 2026, effective July 1. NCCI was developed by CMS to promote correct coding methods and reduce improper Medicare payments.
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