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Introduction | The Genesis of AUC | Medicare and AUC | Medicare Drops the AUC Requirement | Why Stick With AUC? | Conclusion | Related Resources Introduction In the dynamic field of cardiovascular care, the concept of appropriate use criteria (AUC) has been a beacon guiding the judicious use of diagnostic testing. AUC are developed to provide guidance to clinicians deciding when it's most beneficial to use certain diagnostic tests. This blog dives into the world of AUC, exploring its history, its connection to Medicare requirements, the recent Medicare changes, and why, despite these changes, AUC remain a critical tools in the decision-making toolkit of cardiology programs.

Introduction Vascular ultrasound is an indispensable diagnostic tool in modern healthcare, offering noninvasive insight into the body's circulatory system. As healthcare providers strive for efficiency and quality, it is essential to benchmark metrics for appointment times. This blog explores these metrics and their importance in optimizing patient care and resource utilization.

As the newest member of the MedAxiom Consulting Team, Jaime Warren, EdD, MBA, BHS, CNMT, NCT, brings 20+ years of clinical and operational experience to our community. Beginning her journey in healthcare as a nuclear medicine technologist, Jaime went onto hold operational leadership positions which provided her a viewpoint from the clinician to the C-suite. With extensive experience in both inpatient and ambulatory imaging setting, Jaime’s expertise lies in improving organizational processes, workflows and human performance.