Table 1 Changes made during the 4-year period of reform

Number of MRI devices in Israel

23

42

Utilization of devices

Partial capacity

Gradual increase to full-time utilization—24 h over 6 days for regular exams and 24/7 for urgent testing

Number of radiographers trained in MRI operation at the NCIP

No formal national training program

110

Radiologists—positions

Hospitals were not incentivized for the addition of radiologists specializing in MRI

Funding of radiologist positions at all government hospitals

Recognition of units for MRI fellowship (as of 2016)

Few national MRI fellowships

21

Reporting

Annual hard copy forms including MRI utilization patterns

Monthly computerized, more detailed reports, including WT