Robert Optican

Journal Article Curr Probl Diagn Radiol · 2025 The Healthcare Quality Improvement Act (HCQIA) of 1986 is a pivotal federal mandate designed to enhance medical care quality through effective professional peer review. Importantly, it offers legal immunity to reviewers under specified conditions and manda ... Full text Link to item Cite

Radiology residency oversight: A Qui Tam wake-up call.

Journal Article Curr Probl Diagn Radiol · 2024 Like every physician practice, academic radiology practices must pay heed to all governmental regulations. The federal False Claims Act serves to protect US taxpayers and requires strict adherence. Violations, often brought forth by whistleblowers, can car ... Full text Link to item Cite

Scanners, schedules, and statutes: A tale of trauma, policy, and profit.

Journal Article Curr Probl Diagn Radiol · 2024 EMTALA (Emergency Medicine Treatment and Labor Act) is an important federal mandate intended to improve access to emergency medical services for patients regardless of financial means. The act imposes strict guidelines on emergency departments, associated ... Full text Link to item Cite

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Education, Training & Certifications

Washington University, School of Medicine · 1988 M.D.