Teleradiology

What is Teleradiology?

Teleradiology is the process of electronically transmitting medical images to offsite radiologists for diagnostic interpretation and/or consultative second opinion. The resulting reports are then transmitted back to the original facility, providing key findings and diagnosis.

Hospitals, mobile imaging companies, urgent care facilities and private practices utilize teleradiology to streamline operations and improve patient care.  This is particularly important when hard to find radiology specialists such as MSK radiologists, pediatric radiologists, and neuroradiologists are needed.

Using teleradiology services allows facilities to pay on a per exam basis, which significantly reduces costs. For large and small facilities, facilities requiring 24/7 services, or those that have a small volume of radiology patients, teleradiology can provide large savings of time and money while improving patient care and outcome.

Rapid changes in technology over the last few decades have transformed teleradiology into a sophisticated integrated service utilized in hospitals, private physician offices, diagnostic imaging centers and other healthcare facilities. Teleradiology provides a unique opportunity to deploy technology and workflow innovations which improve the speed and quality of patient care. NightHawk Radiology is a proven teleradiology partner you can trust to deliver fast and accurate reports.

Teleradiology connects facilities with qualified sub-specialty trained radiologists who provide expert coverage for your busy practice. NightHawk Radiology uses secure HIPAA Compliant connections linking your facility to off-site radiologists who stand ready to provide expert reads and medical advice. Our American trained, Board Certified radiologists are available for one-on-one consultations with referring providers if needed.

Whether it’s overnight coverage or daytime support, NightHawk Radiology functions as an extension of your team.