An expert second opinion radiology interpretation from an NDI subspecialist may provide you with differing results, unique findings and an alternative diagnosis of your imaging study. NDI radiologists can provide you with a written second opinion on your diagnostic imaging test, including X-ray, CT, MRI, MSK X-ray, PET, echocardiogram and ultrasound.

Request A Second Opinion Radiology Interpretation Online

A second opinion is when an additional subspecialty radiologist from the National Diagnostic Imaging company provides a second interpretation or review of the radiology images. One of the main reasons for getting a radiology second opinion online from National Diagnostic Imaging, is to reduce the risk of medical errors.

If you are not sure if a radiology report was thorough or accurate, you can request a second opinion from National Diagnostic Imaging.

Getting a second opinion on your imaging reports from NDI is a very easy process. Your treating physician or you can securely share your medical records with an NDI radiologist.

How You Request A Radiology Second Opinion Online

Call 216-514-1199, email info@ndximaging.com or submit the form here.

Please contact NDI to request a second opinion of a radiological test or exam.

Get A Radiology Study Second Opinion Online

A second opinion from a US board certified, fellowship trained subspecialty trained radiologist at NDI may provide you with an alternative to an invasive treatment or procedure.

Secondary radiological interpretations are sometimes required by clinical or legal services in order to confirm or clarify a competent diagnosis or point of contention.

NDI radiologists interpret radiology exams, diagnostic imaging tests and studies and then write detailed, informative, unbiased and definitive second opinion reports based on their findings and conclusions.

NDI radiologists provide second opinions online for ultrasound, MRI, CT, x-ray studies, breast ultrasounds, mammograms, musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound, cardiac imaging, echocardiogram and other radiological tests.

Radiology Overreads and Secondary Interpretations For Individuals And Private Studies

Errors in diagnostic radiology occur for a variety of reasons related to human error, technical factors and system faults. It is important to recognize that various cognitive biases contribute to these errors.

Medical imaging plays an essential role in the evaluation of patients. However, medical errors can still occur.

Getting a radiology second opinion online from National Diagnostic Imaging is recommended to improve the accuracy of diagnosis and to improve patient care.

National Diagnostic Imaging performs radiology reads for patients, private individuals, lawyers, insurance companies and other entities.

NDI radiology second opinion fees are determined by the type of study being interpreted, the number of body parts and the number of studies.

NDI fees for radiology second opinions and overreads are listed below.

A Radiology Second Opinion From An NDI Subspecialist May Result In A Different Diagnosis

You can get a second opinion on your imaging reports from an NDI radiologist if you are concerned about a potential misdiagnosis. A radiology misdiagnosis is a common but serious medical mistake. Research shows that radiologists misdiagnose patients’ conditions at least 36% of the time.

Radiological Study Second Opinion And Overread Prices

• Echocardiogram Second Opinions: $400 Per Study
• MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Second Opinions: $300 Per Study
• CT (Computed Tomography) Second Opinions: $300 Per Study
• “B” Reading Services To Detect Lung Disease: $300 Per Study
• Ultrasound Second Opinions: $275 Per Study
• X-Ray Second Opinions: $200 Per Study
• PET/CT (Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography Second Opinions: $500.00 Per Study
• Radiology Overread Services For Medical Diagnostic and Legal Overreads: Starting at $500 Per Study
• Nuclear Medicine Imaging Second Opinion Interpretation Costs From $200+ Per Study

National Diagnostic Imaging performs radiology reads for private individuals, lawyers, insurance companies and other entities. Our professional rates for private study interpretations are determined by the type of study being requested, the number of body parts and the number of studies. These rates range from $200 to $500 per study.

MRI Reading and Interpretation Services From NDI

MRI imaging specialists at NDI provide hospitals, radiology groups, clinics and private individuals with reliable MRI results reading and quick turnaround times. MRI is the most frequently used imaging test of the brain and spinal cord.

Radiology Second Opinions for Patients

Whenever you have the opportunity, you should consider getting a second opinion for all types of radiology scans. A radiology second opinion can provide you with the following advantages:

• You will receive a good explanation of your imaging study from a US board certified, fellowship trained subspecialty radiologist at NDI.
• A second opinion from an experienced radiologist at NDI will minimize the risk of unnecessary medical procedures.
• NDI radiology readers will provide you with an expert interpretation of the findings, conclusions and results of your radiology study.
• A radiology second opinion will provide you with a confirmation of your initial diagnosis or a alternative opinion.
• Getting your radiology scans interpreted a second time by an NDI subspecialty radiologist is extremely beneficial for both diagnosis and treatment guidance.
• An NDI radiology second opinion report will provide you with important information you need to make wise decisions when you discuss your radiological imaging results with your physician.

Secondary Radiology Image Interpretations, Reads and Second Opinions

National Diagnostic Imaging provides radiology second opinions, secondary radiology interpretations of imaging studies and secondary radiology reads (over reads) for individuals, medical facilities and businesses. Our accurate interpretations of imaging studies are performed by U.S. based, fellowship trained, subspecialty radiologists.

We also provide written second opinion radiology interpretations of outside (third party) imaging studies for patients, their referring physicians or their legal counsel.

Learn how American radiology institutions deal with second opinion consultations on outside studies, here.

A survey showed that common practices in academic radiology are to add outside studies to the institutional PACS without mandating an internal report and to bill insurers but not patients for second opinion consultations.

NDI provides secondary radiology interpretations, second opinions and secondary radiology reads (over reads) online for businesses and private individuals.

To contact National Diagnostic Imaging to request more information or pricing for a second opinion, please call 1-800-950-5257 or complete the form above.

The Value of a Second Opinion May Be Significant

Secondary radiological interpretations are sometimes required by clinical or legal services in order to confirm or clarify a competent diagnosis or point of contention. In some situations,

NDI provides high quality second opinion radiology reports to medical practitioners in order to guide and enhance their primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary tertiary care decisions.

We typically provide secondary interpretations for CT (computed tomography) exams, MRI tests, X-ray images, Ultrasound scans, PET (positron emission tomography) scans, or Mammogram screens although we do provide second opinions for other imaging modalities such as Women’s Imaging, Nuclear Imaging, Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) and Fluoroscopy.

NDI also performs preliminary interpretations and final reads.  Secondary interpretations of diagnostic imaging examinations have increased significantly among Medicare beneficiaries, according to a new study published by the Journal of the American College of Radiology.

Secondary interpretations have the potential to render more accurate interpretations, alter patient management, and lower rates of repeat imaging examinations.

Second Opinion Radiology Interpretations

We provide radiology second opinions, over reads and secondary interpretations for private individuals, lawyers, medical facilities, a patient’s legal counsel, family members, insurance companies and other entities. Radiology interpretations for other modalities are also available.

Contact National Diagnostic Imaging

Please call 1-800-950-5257 or complete the form above. We will follow up with you after we receive your request for information.

Accreditation Programs For Diagnostic Imaging Centers In The U.S.

Diagnostic imaging lets doctors look inside human and animal bodies for clues about a medical condition. A variety of machines and techniques can create pictures of the structures and activities inside the body. The type of imaging a doctor uses depends on the symptoms and the part of your body being examined. Ultrasonography is a popular diagnostic imaging tool that looks inside a dog or cat’s body via the use of sound waves.

ACR Accreditation is recognized as the gold standard in medical imaging. The ACR offers accreditation programs in CT, MRI, breast MRI, nuclear medicine and PET as mandated under the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) as well as for modalities mandated under the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA). Accreditation application and evaluation are typically completed within 90 days.

The ACR has accredited more than 39,000 facilities in 10 imaging modalities. They offer accreditation programs in Mammography, CT, MRI, Breast MRI, Nuclear Medicine and PET, Ultrasound, Breast Ultrasound and Stereotactic Breast Biopsy.

The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredits educational programs in radiography, radiation therapy, magnetic resonance, and medical dosimetry.

The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) provides the structure and resources you need to develop and operate a high-quality breast center. Programs that are accredited by the NAPBC follow a model for organizing and managing a breast center to facilitate multidisciplinary, integrated, comprehensive breast cancer services.

Get information from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) about their requirements for accreditation of advanced diagnostic imaging suppliers, here.

The Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) is a nonprofit, nationally recognized accrediting organization. The IAC was founded by medical professionals to advance appropriate utilization, standardization and quality of diagnostic imaging and intervention-based procedures.

The IAC is a nonprofit organization in operation to evaluate and accredit facilities that provide diagnostic imaging and procedure-based modalities, thus improving the quality of patient care provided in private offices, clinics and hospitals where such services are performed.

With a 30-year history of offering medical accreditation to facilities within the U.S. and Canada, IAC is also now offering accreditation in international markets. The IAC programs for accreditation are dedicated to ensuring quality patient care and promoting health care and all support one common mission: Improving health care through accreditation®.

The ACVR is the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recognized veterinary specialty organization™ for certification of Radiology, Radiation Oncology and Equine Diagnostic Imaging.

If you are a radiology imaging service in the United States that is looking for a company that can provide daytime, nighttime, weekend and holiday coverage for your current and future case volume, contact National Diagnostic Imaging by phone at 216-514-1199 or by emailing info@ndximaging.com.

Imaging Facilities Accredited by the American College of Radiology

Use this search form to find imaging facilities accredited by the American College of Radiology.
Facilities: To verify the accreditation status of specific units within your imaging facility, please call 1-800-770-0145.

ACR Accredited Facility Designations
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