In this episode of Medical Imaging Matters, AHRA Executive Director Jason Newmark sits down with Nathan Baugh of Capitol Associates and Melody Mulaik of R3 to discuss the regulatory and legislative landscape in healthcare and its effects on medical imaging. 

Tune in as they share their expertise on complex issues, from the reduction of government spending to the potential effects on Medicare and Medicaid, updates around remote scanning and MRI safety codes, and more. 

As two members of AHRA’s Regulatory Affairs Committee and experts in this space, Nathan and Melody offer a thoughtful primer for medical imaging leaders to stay informed and understand the implications of recent regulatory and policy activity.

Nathan Baugh is a principal at Capitol Associates Inc., and a member of the AHRA Regulatory Affairs Committee.  

Melody W. Mulaik, MSHS, CRA, FAHRA, is the chief operating officer of R3 (RCCS, Regents Health Resources, and RC Billing). She is a current member and past chair of the AHRA Regulatory Affairs Committee. 

Resources Mentioned in This Episode   

·       AHRA Regulatory Affairs website

·       Capitol Insights Newsletter

·       MR Remote Scanning Guidance Document

·       AHRA Forum

·       Radiology Management

·       AHRA 2025 Annual Meeting

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