Today, many non-radiology sites involved in Early Detection Screening programs require the expertise of a Radiologist to interpret studies performed at those sites; studies such as Virtual Colonography, Whole Body Screening, Lung Screening, Renal and Carotid Studies, etc. Whether the studies are performed by MRI, Volume Slice CT, or by Electron Beam Tomography (EBT),

MSM has provided assistance to the radiology community in:

• Designing and managing an appropriate network to effectively transmit images from the imaging site to the radiology site for soft-copy reading



• Ensuring the network and transmission of images meet HIPAA requirements



• Selecting a workstation suitable for your environment



• Assist in establishing contractual agreements between an imaging center or hospital and the radiology group that clearly demark areas of responsibility and minimize risks



• Confirming that the necessary consents and patient disclosures are compliant



• Processing state medical licensure requirements for the radiology group

There are many aspects to an Early Detection Screening program that introduce another layer of sophistication and legal requirements to both the facility in which the studies are performed and the radiologists interpreting the studies. It is wise to know as much as possible before entering into these types of ventures or arrangements, and MSM has a proven track record of successfully implementing workable and profitable Teleradiology and Early Detection Screening services for radiology Groups.