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Advocacy Issues

Advancing your today and relentlessly advocating for an even better tomorrow, our advocacy works hard on the issues that matter to you. 

Legislative Issues

We make sure Congress hears the voice of radiology across a variety of healthcare issues. 

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  • Surprise Billing

    The “No Surprises Act,” as passed by Congress, held patients harmless and created an equitable provider-insurer independent dispute resolution process. But the interim final rules ignored the law’s intent that a qualified payment amount be among equally weighted factors considered in these disputes. Efforts are ongoing to fix them.

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  • Appropriate Use Criteria and the Protecting Access to Medicare Act

    The dramatic proliferation in the volume of diagnostic medical imaging services performed by physicians, including non-radiologists, has inflicted a colossal burden on the U.S. healthcare system, especially Medicare.

Regulatory Issues

Federal regulatory and research agencies can have a profound impact on radiology practice and the future of medicine. ® is committed to representing and communicating radiologists’ perspectives to policymakers, regulators and other agency staff throughout the executive branch of the U.S. government.

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    State Issues

    Our members engage with their state houses to ensure high-quality, safe and equitable radiological care provided by physician-led medical teams.

    Membership Benefits

    Your member dues fuel our advocacy efforts on these issues and more.

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    Connect with Fellow Radvocates

    When you become an member, you also join the tight-knit community of your state chapter, focusing on the local and state issues that matter most to you.

    Protect Your Career Investment

    Think of us as your career insurance. We advocate to ensure you’re compensated fairly for the care you provide.

    Expand and Protect Patient Access

    From screening to intervention to treatment, members protect and care for diverse patient populations. Our advocacy efforts improve the patient experience and advance quality care.