Initial Impact of COVID-19 on Radiology Practices: An ACR/RBMA Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic affected radiology practices in many ways. The aim of this survey was to estimate declines in imaging volumes and financial impact across different practice settings during April 2020.

Methods

The survey, comprising 48 questions, was conducted among members of the ACR and the Radiology Business Management Association during May 2020. Survey questions focused on practice demographics, volumes, financials, personnel and staff adjustments, and anticipation of recovery.

Results

During April 2020, nearly all radiology practices reported substantial (56.4%-63.7%) declines in imaging volumes, with outpatient imaging volumes most severely affected. Mean gross charges declined by 50.1% to 54.8% and collections declined b

SUBMITTER: Malhotra A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7402108 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature