Let’s say your old SPECT camera is on its last leg, you’ve found a perfect new one for your practice, and you’re ready to purchase the camera. Great – now what? We’re all familiar with how other big-ticket items like cars or homes are sold, but what about a SPECT
Anyone who manages healthcare facilities or equipment in California is familiar with The California Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development, commonly referred to as OSHPD. OSHPD is a state agency tasked with monitoring the construction and renovation of hospitals in California, and the regulations also address the seismic safety
Has your practice been considering the purchase of new nuclear imaging equipment? If you haven’t looked into it already, now’s a great time to update yourself on Section 179 of the tax code and how it can help you. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (2018) saw some of the
Have you ever had an end of service or end of life notice for your imaging equipment? What did you do about them? The answer that seems to be common across a lot of medical practices is “nothing.” The notices often get filed away and forgotten. It’s common for no
In today’s economy, everyone is looking to save money and reduce costs, including insurance companies. This has translated into an increasing level of scrutiny when it comes to ordering nuclear imaging studies. Pre-authorization is now an accepted part of the process, but the requirements and rules are getting more and
If you own a private practice and are considering the purchase of new or pre-owned medical equipment, the recent revisions to Section 179 of the IRS tax code, which were included in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, could offer some significant tax advantages. Here’s a quick look at some
The patient volume that’s generated from physician-to-physician referrals is a significant factor in the success of any cardiology practice. In fact, some studies suggest that as much as 45% of new patients were received by referral. With a host of cardiologists vying for their referral business, primary care doctors need
After a significant wave of practices choosing to merge with hospital systems, physicians are starting to consider de-integration and returning to private practice. It seems that integrated health care, the solution that many thought would be the answer to a variety of our healthcare industry’s challenges, might not have the impact
