Concierge and Second-Opinion Radiology: Review of Current Practices

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

3-1-2016

Publication Title

Current problems in diagnostic radiology

Keywords

Concierge Medicine, Humans, Practice Management, Medical, Practice Patterns, Physicians', Radiology, Referral and Consultation

Abstract

Radiology's core assets include the production, interpretation, and distribution of quality imaging studies. Second-opinion services and concierge practices in radiology aim to augment traditional services by providing patient-centered and physician-centered care, respectively. Patient centeredness enhances patients' understanding and comfort with their radiology tests and procedures and allows them to make better decisions about their health care. As the fee-for-service paradigm shifts to value-based care models, radiology practices have begun to diversify imaging service delivery and communication to coincide with the American College of Radiology Imaging 3.0 campaign. Physician-centered consultation allows for communication of evidence-based guidelines to assist referring physicians and other providers in making the most appropriate imaging or treatment decision for a specific clinical condition. There are disparate practice models and payment schema for the various second-opinion and concierge practices. This review article explores the current state and payment models of second-opinion and concierge practices in radiology. This review also includes a discussion on the benefits, roadblocks, and ethical issues that surround these novel types of practices.

Medical Subject Headings

Concierge Medicine; Humans; Practice Management, Medical; Practice Patterns, Physicians'; Radiology; Referral and Consultation

PubMed ID

26305521

Volume

45

Issue

2

First Page

111

Last Page

114

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