Journal of the American College of Radiology
Volume 2, Issue 12 , Pages 992-1000, December 2005

Radiologic Quality and Safety: Mapping Value Into Radiology

  • Stephen J. Swensen, MD

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    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding author and reprints: Stephen J. Swensen, MD, Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905
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  • C. Daniel Johnson, MD

Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn

The authors have created a radiology quality map to help understand the opportunities for improvement in the radiologic safety, reliability, quality, and appropriateness of examinations and interventions. It entails 9 steps with dozens of specific opportunities for improving care to patients. The radiology profession has an obligation to robustly document and improve quality and safety in its practice.

Key Words:  Best practice , outcomes assessment , radiology

 

PII: S1546-1440(05)00227-9

doi:10.1016/j.jacr.2005.08.003

Journal of the American College of Radiology
Volume 2, Issue 12 , Pages 992-1000, December 2005

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