Michael Conger
About Michael Conger
Michael Conger serves as the Imaging Compliance and Quality Manager at Intermountain Healthcare, where he conducts annual quality surveys at hospitals and develops compliance programs. He has extensive experience in imaging and ultrasound, having held various roles in the field since 1993.
Work at Intermountain Healthcare
Michael Conger has been employed at Intermountain Healthcare since 2006, serving as the Imaging Compliance and Quality Manager. In this role, he conducts on-site mock quality surveys at 22 hospitals each year to ensure compliance with Joint Commission requirements in imaging departments. He also develops and implements changes to the compliance program to maintain adherence to federal regulations across all imaging facilities. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Ultrasound Manager for 11 months and as an Ultrasonographer II for 12 years.
Education and Expertise
Michael Conger studied at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas from 1989 to 1993. He also attended Weber State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician from 2000 to 2002. His educational background supports his expertise in imaging compliance and quality management, particularly in ultrasound technology.
Background
Michael Conger has a long-standing career in the field of imaging and ultrasound. He began his professional journey as an Ultrasonographer II at Intermountain Healthcare, where he worked for 12 years before transitioning to the role of Ultrasound Manager for 11 months. Since 2004, he has also served as the Ultrasound Program Director at Salt Lake Community College, contributing to the education and training of future ultrasound professionals.
Achievements
In his current role as Imaging Compliance and Quality Manager, Michael Conger assists with the Joint Commission survey process by addressing questions from surveyors. He ensures that contracted entities with Intermountain Healthcare adhere to contract stipulations and provides leadership over correct coding, charge master maintenance, and the imaging order catalog within CPOE. His contributions play a significant role in maintaining high standards of imaging quality and compliance.