Presidential Message
The phrase, “It takes a village,” refers to the power of community and a shared effort. The 2025 LSRT MidWinter Seminar was evidence of such. Having said that, I would like to express my gratitude to the LSRT volunteers. Their efforts behind the scenes did not go unnoticed or unappreciated. The insight and expertise of the esteemed speakers helped enrich our understanding of their topics. Lastly, thank you to the 29 technologists, 196 students, and 6 vendors in attendance. Their participation and engagement made this seminar a success.
The LSRT has kept members well informed about PRTs and LXMOs via email, lsrt.net, and the LSRT social media platforms. The most recent update was the LSRTBE submitted the Notice of Intent and proposed rule for LXMOs.
The proposed LXMO rule provides for qualified individuals to perform limited scope of x-rays in private physician offices, private clinics, and urgent care centers. LXMOs will be issued a permit, not a license. Permitted individuals will not be able to work in hospitals, cross train, work in modalities, or perform fluoroscopy. LXMOs will have to complete both didactic and clinical coursework, pass a standardized test (ARRT), abide by a standard of ethics, and complete CE units upon renewal – just as a full-scope technologists.
The LSRTBE received one public comment from the ASRT. The ASRT is encouraged by the proposed rule changes to Title 46 and believes Louisiana is taking a critical step to ensure Louisianians receive safe, high-quality care from qualified medical imaging professionals in private physician offices and urgent cares” by requiring LXMOs to meet initial educational requirements, pass a standardized competency exam, and complete continuing education.
So, what next? The LSRTBE is awaiting a review by the oversight committees. More information will be available in April or May.
The LSRT continues to monitor the LSBME meeting agendas each month. Since December, PRTs have not been on the agenda.
As always, if you are not a member, please consider joining. If you are a member, please consider becoming more active and running for an officer position or serving on a committee. It truly takes a village – and your involvement can make a difference.
Respectfully,
Respectfully,
Heather C Koepp, MA., R.T. (R), (ARRT), CHES
President, LSRT
2024-2025