Why is the CARE Act necessary and important for allied health professionals and patients?
Jeff Davis (JRC-CVT): First, it is our belief that the CARE Bill will improve patient care. Secondarily, in our corner of the cath lab world, it will provide recognition of the credentials deemed appropriate for work in radiation and medical imaging, and this includes the Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) credential. Chris Nelson (CCI): We have to focus on the intent of the CARE Bill, which directs the Secretary for the Department of Health and Human Services, in consultation with recognized experts in medical imaging to establish standards to ensure the safety and accuracy of medical imaging studies, as well as putting into place standards that pertain to the people performing medical imaging and radiation therapy. That, I believe, is what brought the Alliance together. Everyone (on the Alliance) believes the intent of the bill is commendable. It’s all about providing safe care, accreditation of allied health schools and credentialing. Cindy Daniels (ASRT): Speaking
