Jeffrey Kanne, MD, FACR
Professor and Chief of Thoracic Imaging | Vice Chair of Quality and Safety, Department of RadiologyUniversity of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public HealthMain Content
NIOSH B Reader Training and Examination
Gain the expertise needed to successfully pass the NIOSH B Reader Certification Exam.
Registration Details
June 23–25, 2025
Reston, VA
Up to 20.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
In-Person
$3500 per course for ACR Members. Additional discounts available for select member types. Late fees may apply.
This three-day course is designed to provide practicing physicians with the skills needed to sit for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) B Reader Certification Examination. During the program, participants will receive lectures on the imaging features of pneumoconiosis and the International Labor Organization (ILO) classification system for chest radiographs interspersed with hands-on classification of chest radiographs from an enriched set of cases.
Course Overview
Prepare for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) B Reader Certification Examination with our focused three-day course. Designed specifically for practicing physicians, this program offers in-depth lectures on the imaging features of pneumoconiosis and the International Labor Organization (ILO) classification system for chest radiographs.
Experience hands-on practice with a rich selection of chest radiographs under the guidance of expert faculty, who will provide direct supervision and personalized assistance. On the final day, participants can sit for the NIOSH B Reader Certification Examination, streamlining the path to certification. This course is ideal for physicians aiming to become NIOSH-certified B Readers or for current B Readers looking to enhance their skills. A valid U.S. medical license is required for the examination. Enroll today to advance your career in occupational radiology. Learn more about the NIOSH B-Reader Program.
At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the radiographic findings of pneumoconiosis including small and large lung opacities and pleural disease.
- Use the ILO system to classify chest radiographs for pneumoconiosis.
- Recognize digital radiography artifacts and their impact on radiograph interpretation.
- State medicolegal and regulatory components of the B reading program.
- Possess knowledge to sit for the NIOSH B Reader Certification Examination.
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If you have registered for an upcoming NIOSH B Reader Training and Examination course or completed a course, you can access the course materials.
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Course Director
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Cristopher A. Meyer, MD
Professor of Clin-Geo COM Radiology CardiothoracicUniversity of CincinnatiHotel and Travel Information
Recommended Hotel
Westin Reston Heights
11750 Sunrise Valley Drive
Reston, VA 20191
Room Rate:
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2025 rates: $134–$164/night for single/double + taxes and fees
Please note: See below for the direct reservation booking link. If you prefer to make your reservation by phone, please call 800-627-7468 and reference the mini code for your course.
Reservation deadline: Fourteen (14) days prior to each course.
Deposit: First room night deposit or guarantee with a major credit card.
Cancellation: Please notify the hotel at least 24 hours before arrival.
- Rooms are available at the rates listed on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations made after the reservation deadline for each course will be accepted on a space-available basis.
- If you have trouble receiving the ACR Education Center rate using the link, please contact ACR Meeting Services at meetingservices@acr.org.
| Location | Date | Reservation Link | Mini Hotel Code |
| Reston, VA | June 23–25, 2025 | Book Hotel | BE6 |
Air Transportation
The Westin Reston Heights is located just 10 minutes from Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is approximately 40 minutes from the hotel.
If you need assistance booking your flight, please contact Corporate Travel Planners (CTP Travel) at 888-317-7814. A travel agency fee will apply to all reservations.
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Accreditation & Credit Designation Statements
Accreditation Statement
The American College of Radiology® (ACR®) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation Statement
The American College of Radiology designates this live activity for a maximum of 20.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Maintenance of Certification Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Through an agreement between the American College of Radiology and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, MOC Program Participants may record self-assessment programs or simulation activities developed and accredited by the American College of Radiology in Section 3 of the Royal College’s MOC Program.
For information about the accreditation of this program, please contact the ACR.
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