Providing Value-Based Service to a Sprawling Orthopaedics Practice

Semin Musculoskelet Radiol. 2018 Nov;22(5):511-521. doi: 10.1055/s-0038-1673659. Epub 2018 Nov 6.

Abstract

Health care in the United States is changing, and diagnostic radiology is attempting to adapt to the new norm. A view of the landscape shows mergers, acquisitions, and radiology practices becoming larger. Musculoskeletal (MSK) radiology is trending toward subspecialization, and orthopaedic surgery practices are demanding quality, convenience, and efficiency in imaging services. In other industries, optimization of operations and strategic deployment of resources are standard, but radiology is not quite there yet. This article details our opportunities in MSK imaging to increase market share through service, added value, and improved operational efficiency.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Group Practice / organization & administration*
  • Guidelines as Topic
  • Humans
  • Musculoskeletal Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Organizational Case Studies
  • Organizational Innovation
  • Orthopedics / organization & administration*
  • Planning Techniques
  • Practice Management, Medical / organization & administration*
  • Radiology / organization & administration*
  • United States
  • Value-Based Purchasing*