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November 2007

Promising heart imaging program expands to include cardiology, radiology physician groups

The BCBSM coronary computed tomography angiography program is accepting applications from qualified cardiology and radiology physician groups.

CCTA is a noninvasive technology that could replace conventional cardiac catheterization as the preferred diagnostic test for patients with heart problems. The scan uses contrast materials in the arteries and high-resolution CT machinery to obtain detailed images of blood vessels and the heart.

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A message from Dr. Simmer...

Health care in Michigan continues to improve through collaboration

Partisan efforts in Lansing recently enacted a budget and tax plan following a one-day partial government shutdown. I suggest that lawmakers look to Michigan’s health care industry for the inspiration to collaborate on solutions that can provide Michigan with the forward momentum it needs.

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