NexxRad Helps Teleradiology Practices Improve Performance with New PACS Network

Long Beach, Calif., – NexxRad Teleradiology Partners (www.nexxrad.com), a leader in around-the-clock teleradiology services since 1995, today announces its implementation of the Horizon Medical Imaging™ Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) based on personal computer client/server technology developed by McKesson's Medical Imaging Group, a recognized pioneer and market leader in customer satisfaction.

With the comprehensive PACS network, NexxRad is positioned to create value for its Client Partners by reducing operating costs, improving productivity and ultimately improving patient care through the delivery of more timely and accurate diagnostic information. NexxRad archives both images and reports on secure, reliable long-term media. Radiologists have the ability to access previous clinical reports, and images, as well as to view new images on workstations with high-resolution, ADA approved monitors. Diagnostic reports are created at the same workstation by interfacing with digital transcription systems or automated report generating technology.

“We deliver efficient, cost-effective solutions to radiology’s most demanding ‘coverage’ challenges. NexxRad’s continuing success on this objective is based on a strategic response to three market-driven imperatives: 1) relief from overwhelming scheduling demands in the radiology practice; 2) the sustained integrity of patient care; and 3) an enduring, collaborative Client/Partner service relationship,” said David Phinney, Vice President of Operations.

NexxRad’s state-of-the-art technology base meets or exceeds ACR Guidelines, is HIPAA compliant and seamlessly integrates with a client’s existing teleradiology systems. NexxRad’s IT specialists are available to install and maintain the infrastructure necessary to support teleradiology in a secure environment backed by redundant systems in order to ensure uninterrupted service. NexxRad provides firewalls, SSL encryption and VPNs to assure patient confidentiality. NexxRad provides immediate reporting on all modalities via secure website, fax and PDF email reports.

About NexxRad Teleradiology Partners:

NexxRad Teleradiology Partners (www.nexxrad.com), a leader in the next generation of teleradiology support, offers turnkey, professional consultation for workflow engineering, system design, system implementation, training, and long-term system support services. As an early pioneer in supplemental teleradiology services, NexxRad has built a reputation as a reliable leader in the “NightHawk” service segment. With the addition of daytime coverage, NexxRad provides comprehensive services around the clock— from overnight support (providing preliminary reports) to 24/7/365 coverage offering preliminary reports and final reads. For more information, please visit www.nexxrad.com.


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