Northeast Radiology Earns Highest Designation as a Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology
Brewster and Mount Kisco, NY – October 4, 2017 – Northeast Radiology has been awarded the elite distinction as a Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology. This one-of-a-kind new program recognizes a practice which demonstrates the next level of imaging safety, efficiency and quality care. This designation acknowledges excellence at multiple levels—including our professional staff, advanced technology in both our diagnostic equipment and IT integrations, as well as the policies and procedures the organization follows. This classification indicates that Northeast Radiology has gone beyond the norm of accreditation to achieve a national standard of excellence and gain recognition for best-quality imaging practices and diagnostic care.
“In our current medical environment, many patients are experiencing higher deductibles forcing them to be educated consumers in regard to their medical care. They are seeking out the highest quality and lower costs for imaging services,” said Mark Glicklich, MD, cofounder and chief executive of Northeast Radiology. “Northeast Radiology has dedicated itself to providing outstanding diagnostic imaging services with a patient-centered focus. We are delighted to be recognized by the American College of Radiology as a pinnacle of medical imaging care.”
“I am grateful for the effort and dedication of the physicians, technologists, nurses, and support staff that have assisted us in achieving this honor,” said Howard Lee, MD, president of Northeast Radiology, PC. “This award will also give patients the peace of mind that they are getting the highest quality imaging possible. The Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence award validates the Northeast Radiology mission of providing compassionate care and medical excellence at a fair price.”
The fellowship-trained, board certified radiologists throughout our centers have advanced expertise in a variety of areas, including cardiac CT, musculoskeletal MRI, nuclear imaging, interventional radiology, sports health, breast imaging and neuroradiology. The staff has consistently earned a number of top certifications and accolades. The technologists at Northeast Radiology hold advanced certifications in MRI, CT, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, Ultrasonography, Bone Densitometry, and Radiography. Accompanying the new distinction as a Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence, Northeast Radiology has also received the following designations: Breast Imaging Centers of Excellence and Lung Screening Centers, all through the American College of Radiology.
About Northeast Radiology
Headquartered in Brewster, NY, Northeast Radiology has been a leader in high-quality outpatient radiology imaging since 1997 and currently owns and operates five American College of Radiology and FDA accredited diagnostic imaging centers throughout New York and Connecticut.
Northeast Radiology continues to offer on-site radiology interpretations by board-certified, fellowship-trained radiologists, a prompt report turn-around time, physician to physician consultations regarding exam results, referring physician access to patient reports and digital images via secure internet connection, and same-day appointment accommodations.
Northeast Radiology participates in many insurance plans and has reasonable rates for patients who are uninsured. For additional information call toll-free (888) 778-6200, or visit nerad.com.
