ContrastConnect plans nationwide expansion of its virtual contrast platform in 2026, following CMS permanent authorization of virtual direct supervision for level 2 diagnostic tests, effective January 1, 2026.
-- ContrastConnect announced plans to expand its virtual contrast platform nationwide in 2026, responding directly to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) permanent authorization of virtual direct supervision for level 2 diagnostic tests. Effective January 1, 2026, the CMS 2026 Final Rule permits supervising physicians to meet immediate availability requirements through real-time two-way audio and video technology for contrast-enhanced imaging procedures. ContrastConnect will use this regulatory shift to broaden geographic availability and increase the number of radiologists accessible through its platform, enabling imaging centers to address persistent operational challenges.
More information is available at https://www.contrast-connect.com/
Imaging center administrators face mounting pressure from a radiologist shortage that coincides with surging demand for diagnostic services. Industry projections indicate that imaging service demand is expected to grow between 4% and 6% annually, while individuals 65 years and older account for at least 30% of all imaging appointments each year. These demographic and utilization trends strain existing staffing models, creating scheduling gaps that limit patient access and constrain revenue potential for facilities already operating near capacity.
The permanent authorization of virtual supervision creates an opportunity for imaging centers to address these operational constraints through technology that connects facilities with experienced radiologists for remote oversight. ContrastConnect's platform delivers real-time supervision via two-way audio and video while facilitating compliance with CMS, HIPAA, and HITECH requirements, and aligning with American College of Radiology (ACR) and American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) guidelines. The company's radiologists supervise more than 55,000 contrast exams monthly, providing 44,000 hours of supervision and training to over 2,200 technologists, demonstrating both scale and compliance documentation capabilities that support audit readiness.
Imaging centers adopting virtual supervision models have documented measurable financial and operational gains. Facilities utilizing virtual supervision have reported volume increases ranging from 10% to 20%.
ContrastConnect's nationwide expansion is expected to increase capacity to support extended operational hours and improve patient access throughout 2026. By adding more supervising radiologists to the platform, the company aims to help imaging centers capitalize on the regulatory authorization and meet growing demand without the delays associated with traditional on-site staffing.
Early engagement with ContrastConnect allows facilities to plan adoption strategies and improve their competitive position. Imaging center administrators considering virtual contrast supervision services can access platform details, compliance certifications, and implementation timelines at https://www.contrast-connect.com/
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Name: Dor Shoshan
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Organization: ContrastConnect
Address: 309 Queens Gate Ct, Las Vegas, NV 89145, United States
Website: https://www.contrast-connect.com/
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