State Legislative Bills Report
As most state legislatures end their 2025 sessions and look to 2026, ACR staff is looking at how some radiology-specific bills they tracked fared this year.
Read moreThe White House published an Executive Order regarding “Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)” Nov. 1. The order contains sweeping directives for federal agencies related to AI, including various healthcare AI regulatory initiatives of particular interest to the radiology community. The American College of Radiology® (ACR®) will continue to advocate for radiology interests during implementation by federal agencies.
For questions about AI-related federal regulatory policy, contact Michael Peters, ACR Senior Government Affairs Director.
State Legislative Bills Report
As most state legislatures end their 2025 sessions and look to 2026, ACR staff is looking at how some radiology-specific bills they tracked fared this year.
Read moreMedicare Payment Increase in Final Budget Reconciliation Bill
The bill includes a 2.5% increase to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for calendar year 2026.
Read moreCMS Announces Prior Authorization Test Model
WiSer is a six-year program that will begin in six states on January 1, 2026. It will introduce prior authorization using AI technology for a select number of services, including some IR procedures.
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