Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI)

Breaking News for Members on CMS PET NCD

New Technique Could Optimize PSMA-Targeted Prostate Cancer Therapy

Good News for Nuclear Medicine in CMS Final 2020 MPFS and HOPPS Rules

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Due to efforts led by SNMMI and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services agreed that the current National Coverage Decisions (NCDs) for Cardiac PET include quantitative myocardial blood flow. Read more.

Researchers have discovered a new way to optimize results in treating patients with prostate cancer tumors while minimizing negative side effects. Find out more.

SNMMI is now accepting nominations for our 2020 Ones to Watch selections. Candidates can be from any career within the nuclear medicine and molecular imaging specialty whose actions, work, or studies have set them apart as a future thought leader in the field. Submit your Ones to Watch nomination by November 17, 2019.

On November 1, CMS issued its final rules for HOPPS and MPFS. Thanks to the joint efforts of SNMMI, partner societies, and members, we have great news about nuclear medicine reimbursement for the coming year. Find out more.

Taking place January 23-25 in Tampa, Florida, the 2020 meeting's intimate format provides you with an ideal setting to actively collaborate with luminaries in the field and further develop skills you can implement immediately when you return to your clinic. Explore three tracks highlighting the latest innovations and techniques in the field, including a dedicated track on neuroimaging.

SNMMI NEWS

November 15, 2019 — Good News for Members on CMS PET NCD
After reviewing the NCDs for PET for Myocardial Perfusion and PET for Myocardial Viability, CMS clarified that PET quantitative myocardial blood flow is coverable under these NCDs. (Government Relations News)
November 13, 2019 — New Technique Could Optimize PSMA-Targeted Prostate Cancer Therapy
Researchers have discovered a new way to optimize results in treating patients with prostate cancer tumors while minimizing negative side effects. The study is featured in the November issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine. (Press Releases)
November 4, 2019 — Good News for Nuclear Medicine in CMS Final 2020 MPFS and HOPPS Rules
On November 1, CMS issued its final rules for HOPPS and MPFS. Thanks to the joint efforts of SNMMI, partner societies, and members, we have great news about nuclear medicine reimbursement for the coming year. Find out more. (Government Relations News)
November 2, 2019 — This Month in JNM
In November JNM: A conversation with Uwe Haberkorn … featured articles on Zr-89–anti-STEAP1 PET imaging; F-18-PSMA-1007 uptake with different MA … Hot Topic - I-131 therapy and cancer mortality … State of the Art - VISION and the future of theranostics … and more. (SNMMI News)
November 1, 2019 — 2020 Ones to Watch Nominations
SNMMI is now accepting nominations for our 2020 Ones to Watch selections. We need your help in identifying and recognizing “ones to watch” in the coming years, as they work to shape the future of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging. Members can nominate themselves or someone they know—currently in training or who have completed their training within the last 5 years—whose actions, work, or studies have set them apart as a future thought leader in the field. (SNMMI News)
October 31, 2019 — SNMMI Represents Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging During National Event
SNMMI participated in Nuclear Science Week, educating congressional staff on the value of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging and receiving the Global Impact Award. (SNMMI News)
October 28, 2019 — Therapy for Neuroendocrine Tumors May Be Improved by Patient-Specific Dosimetry
In neuroendocrine tumor treatment, different methods of predicting patient response may be required for different patients. By tailoring the method to the specific patient, physicians may better predict the effectiveness of treatment, according to new research published in The Journal of Nuclear Medicine. (Press Releases)
October 24, 2019 — SNMMI Hosts Successful Capitol Hill Day, Winning New Congressional Interest
On Tuesday, October 22, SNMMI hosted a Capitol Hill Day. Members from all across the country came to Washington, D.C., to advocate for nuclear medicine and molecular imaging. (Government Relations News)

CONTINUING EDUCATION

New! Nuclear Medicine Online Review Course

Take SNMMI’s new online nuclear medicine review course. Updated for 2019, and covering the most essential topics in nuclear medicine—you'll gain the level of expertise you need to ace your exam! AMA PRA Category 1 credits available. Learn More »

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Radiation Safety+ Review and Essentials

The new Radiation Safety+ Review and Essentials program provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of radiation safety for nuclear medicine technologists preparing to take the NMTCB’s Radiation Safety Certification Examination. Learn More »

CT+ Review and Essentials

CT+ Review and Essentials provides you with the comprehensive didactic education you need to succeed, whether you're looking to build your general CT knowledge, or preparing to sit for the ARRT (CT) and/or NMTCB (CT) exam(s). Learn More »

Member Benefit! Complimentary Journal SAMs/Journal CE

Free Journal SAM/CE access is available exclusively for SNMMI Members. Take advantage of this great benefit and meet your certification requirements. Learn more »

PET Online Review Workshop for Technologists

The PET Online Review Workshop is designed to prepare technologists for the NMTCB's PET Exam. Learn More »

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