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Strengthening UMC’s SRS/SBRT Program with OriginQS

UMC Health System is a high-volume cancer center with advanced technology, including three TrueBeam linear accelerators. The center aimed to expand its stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) and stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) capabilities for complex cancer treatments.  Problem   Increased demand for hypo-fractionated treatments challenged UMC’s capacity for timely, high-quality SRS/SBRT planning, especially for intricate cases like […]

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Advancing MR-Sim & Brachytherapy at UMC Cancer Center

UMC is establishing a new cancer center featuring an MR-Sim program using GE-MR Sim equipment. The radiation oncology department treats 400 patients annually and offers HDR brachytherapy for gynecological cancers and adaptive therapy for head and neck tumors. Problem  Launching the MR-Sim program required careful resource planning, staff recruitment, and workflow integration with existing brachytherapy […]

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TrueBeam Commissioning at Baylor Scott & White Health Waco

Baylor Scott & White Health Waco invested in a new TrueBeam linear accelerator to expand their radiotherapy services. Commissioning this system safely and efficiently was vital to ensure accurate treatment delivery and avoid operational delays. Problem  The team needed to: Ensure precise dose delivery and patient safety Avoid treatment disruptions during setup Prevent resource strain […]

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QA-as-a-Service for University of Missouri Veterinary Clinics

The University of Missouri operates two veterinary radiation clinics 100 miles apart, each equipped with Varian linear accelerators. Precision and safety in treatment delivery required ongoing, expert-level quality assurance (QA) despite staffing and logistical constraints. Problem Difficulty coordinating QA services across two locations Shortage of qualified physicists for monthly and annual QA Ongoing compliance concerns […]

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Radiation Safety Reinforcement at UMC Health System

UMC Health System, operating with X-ray and radioactive materials, faced a serious compliance risk after losing its Radiation Safety Officer (RSO). Without qualified oversight, the facility was exposed to potential violations that could disrupt care and endanger staff and patients. Problem No qualified RSO in place Untrained assistant RSO High risk of regulatory violations from […]

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Treatment Planning Support at BSW Health Round Rock Cancer Center

BSW Health Round Rock Cancer Center operates two linear accelerators and treats ~50 patients daily. The center maintains rigorous protocols and high-quality standards in its treatment planning department. Problem  In July 2024, a staff dosimetrist went on paternity leave, leaving only one on-site dosimetrist to manage the full clinical workload—posing risks to patient care, schedule […]

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Clinical Physics Transformation at UMC Health System

UMC Health System operates a high-volume cancer center delivering complex treatments like IMRT, SRS, SBRT, and HDR brachytherapy. In July 2022, UMC partnered with OriginQS to replace their prior physics service provider, aiming to improve quality and reduce costs while preparing for a new cancer center launch in 2025. Problem Increasing treatment complexity (+18% from […]

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Radiation Oncology Billing Optimization at Christus Health Texarkana

Christus Health Texarkana offers advanced radiation oncology services, requiring accurate, compliant billing due to the complexity of procedures and frequent policy changes. Errors in coding and documentation posed a significant risk to revenue and compliance. Problem Inconsistent coding (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10) High claim denials from errors and incomplete documentation Missed revenue from billing inefficiencies Compliance […]

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