MQSA Final Rule CE Bundle

MQSA Final Rule Updates: What You Need to Know (3 CEUs)

Speakers: Roxanne Baer, R.T.(R)(M)(BD), JoAnn Pushkin, Robin Seitzman, MD, Robyn Hadley, R.T.(R)(M) and Louise Miller, R.T.(R)(M)(ARRT), CRT(M), FSBI, FNCBC

This course will provide a complete overview of the roles and responsibilities of the Mammography Technologist in the Mammography Accreditation and Compliance processes. Final MQSA Regulations that go into effect September 10, 2024 will be discussed and explained. A thoughtful, practical application of the changes will be presented so that each provider understands what is needed in order to be in compliance with the new regulations.

MQSA: A Comprehensive Guide to Breast Density (1 CEU)

Speaker: Amy Patel, M.D.

In this course, you will learn about the origins of the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA), its current state, and where we are going, particularly when it comes to breast density. Guidance will also be provided by Dr. Patel regarding supplemental screening modalities and breast density reporting/communication with patients and referring providers.

Meeting EQUIP Standards: Image Quality & Positioning Problem-Solving for Breast Imagers eBook and Post-Test (2.5 CEUs)

Authors: Louise Miller, R.T.(R)(M)(ARRT), CRT(M), FSBI, FNCBC and Terry Lehmann, R.T.(R)(M)

Mammography Educators created the Meeting EQUIP Standards: Image Quality & Positioning Problem-Solving for Breast Imagers manual to address specific imaging standards outlined by the FDA’s EQUIP guidelines. Ms. Louise Miller, R.T.(R)(M) and Ms. Terry Lehmann, R.T.(R)(M) discuss eight categories that affect image quality in detail in this work. The book includes reasonable expectations for meeting those standards and positioning problem solving with corrective actions. Radiologists and technologists alike will benefit and higher the standards for their mammographic image quality. This EQUIP manual acts as a necessary sequel to our mammography positioning guidebook. The manual features forwards by eminent Breast Imaging Radiologists: Drs. Daniel Kopans and Michael Linver.