March 2013
04/04/2014
NEW 3D SCREENING TECHNOLOGY FUNDED FOR LONG ISLAND HOSPITAL:
The Ellen Hermanson Foundation has committed at least $220,000 toward the purchase of a tomosynthesis 3D mammography system for Southampton Hospital. Breast tomosynthesis is not yet considered the standard of care for breast cancer screenings, but it is approved by the FDA, and the technology transcends the capabilities of traditional mammography.
Also inside this issue:
- Aetna settles lawsuit regarding Ingenix databases and reimbursement of out-of-network medical services and supplies
- Highlights of FDA draft guidelines for conduct of clinical trials
- HIPAA rule expands patients’ rights for access to electronic records and to restrict disclosure to health plans when paying out of pocket
- Why compulsory licensing of drugs is feared by major pharmaceutical companies and celebrated by proponents for lower-cost generic drugs
- Community resource list