The following is a list of frequently asked questions:

What is a radiologist?
A radiologist is a medical doctor specially trained to interpret x-rays and other imaging examinations. They help other physicians detect and diagnose injuries and diseases. The radiologist is a consultant to whom patients are referred to by other physicians, most often a primary care physician. Radiologists do not order imaging tests directly, but are asked to perform these tests on behalf of the referring physician. Depending upon the nature of the examination, it may be performed by the radiologist, by a qualified technologist, or by a team of radiologists and technologists, sometimes with the assistance of a nurse.

Sometimes radiologists also assist in the treatment of disease. For example, interventional radiologists can treat a wide variety of conditions that once required surgery.


Will Radiology Associates file secondary claims as well as primary ones?
Yes, we will.

Why do I receive an additional bill for radiology services?
Your bill covers two components: a technical fee and a professional fee.

The technical fee is billed by Presbyterian to cover the use of equipment, film, supplies and technical personnel.

The professional fee covers the professional service, or the reading of the x-ray. Radiology Associates is contracted with Presbyterian Healthcare Service to provide professional services; therefore, as an independent physician group, radiologists bill separately for his or her services.