Digisonics introduces Appropriate Use Criteria calculations for its cardiovascular information system.

Digisonics, a Best in KLAS provider of cardiovascular information systems (CVIS), has introduced functionality for Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) calculations.  Appropriate Use Criteria are evidence-based guidelines to assist referring physicians and other providers in making the appropriate imaging or treatment decision for a specific clinical condition/indication. Digisonics recognizes that reimbursement audits will be tied to appropriate use scores in the future, so there is considerable benefit for facilities that utilize the Digisonics CVIS to monitor appropriate use scores and produce the required structured reports.

Digisonics cardiovascular information system solutions with appropriate use criteria calculations help facilities prepare for the future of healthcare and ensure the quality of patient care by providing clinicians with evidence-based guidelines to make the best clinical decisions.

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