Appropriate Use Criteria for High End Imaging

This site gives ordering providers access to information on Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) for High-End Imaging, including orders for CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine and PET scanning. If after reviewing the links below you have any questions, please contact our AUC representatives at:

• Email: AUC@bhs1.org 
• Phone: 413-445-9542

For Medical Providers using Meditech Expanse:

• Zoom Meetings Are Held Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:00 am to 11:30 am
• AUC Fact Sheet
• Introduction to NDSC
  • Ambulatory Care Guide - Step by Step Instructions with Screen Shots
  • Acute Care Guide - Step by Step Instructions with Screen Shots

For Medical Providers Using an EMR Other Than Meditech Expanse:

• Zoom Meeting Are Held Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm
• AUC Fact Sheet
• Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Website for Qualified Provider-Led Entities/AUC Clinical Support Mechanisms

For In-Office Visits, please call or email for an appointment.