The Imaging Administrator's Guide to XR-29.

Abstract

It is important for an imaging administrator to know a few things about XR 29, the new radiation standard for CT: what the standard means, how to assess existing CT equipment for compliance, and what will be lost in the case of noncompliance. On January 1, 2016 Medicare will pay 5% less for diagnostic CT scans performed on non-compliant CT equipment. In 2017, this reduction will soar to a 15% reduction in reimbursement Understanding what the XR-29 standard is and how to assess existing equipment will help protect the organization's bottom line, but it will also help keep patient radiation exposure to the lowest practical levels.