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CMS Updates Medicare Coverage for AI-Coronary Plaque Analysis

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15 , 2024 — Four of the seven Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) have released final local coverage determinations (LCD) for AI-Coronary Plaque Analysis (AI-CPA). This is a positive step towards improved patient care,” said Ahmad Slim, MD, FSCCT, director of imaging at Pulse Heart Institute and chair of the HPPC.

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Embracing Cardiac Imaging: Overcoming Barriers, Adopting In-house Solutions, and Navigating Future Advancements

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Cardiac CT scans, recommended by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) as the primary testing strategy for patients with acute chest pain, are necessary for evaluating cases and determining treatment plans. As a result, we can provide more proactive patient care.

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American College of Cardiology ACC.24 Late-breaking Science and Guidelines Session Summary

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24 and how those may impact clinical practice and patient care in this deep dive clinical trial session. ET Murphy Ballroom 4 ACC.24 24 planners note that attendees can gain insights from key clinical trials presented at ACC.24 More information: www.acc.org If you enjoy this content, please share it with a colleague

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Syncope and Block

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The patient advised overall improvement with complete resolution of symptoms. The patient care narrative states no further changes in heart rate with persistent LBBB morphology. Hospital transport was unremarkable. He received a permanent pacemaker during the subsequent inpatient stay.