Answers to Frequently Asked Questions...

How does SWI Diagnostics differ from some of the other providers?
SWI Diagnostics is unique. We were founded by a multi-disciplinary team that bring not only years of clinical experience, but practical business experience as well. As the result of the broad skill set of our core team, SWI Diagnostics focuses on excellent client service, skilled Sonographers, and a business model designed specifically to meet the needs of our clients. Perhaps more importantly, our business was developed with close attention to the regulatory and statutory framework applicable within the healthcare sector.

How does SWI Diagnostics work with my practice?
Our mobile service comes to your office with all equipment and required consumables, on a regularly scheduled basis. See "The SWI Diagnostic Process" for a broader discussion of our mobile operations, or Contact Us, for a discussion on how the specifics would apply to your practice.

What do the technical and professional components mean?
The technical component is payment for the performance of the study, while the professional component is payment for the interpretation. The interpretation is performed by an appropriately trained and credentialed cardiologist, vascular surgeon, or radiologist who will generate a report of findings.

How do SWI Diagnostics services relate to the professional component?
SWI Diagnostics does not perform the interpretation. Interpretations are either performed by physicians with whom you have an existing relationship, or we can introduce you to well-qualified radiologist to interpret and report on the studies. SWI Diagnostics will provide the interpreting physician access to a technological infrastructure which allows the studies to be received in a HIPAA-compliant manner via the Internet.

What insurance typically covers diagnostic testing?
Most PPOs, as well as Medicare, will reimburse for diagnostic studies. There may be specific limitations with a few of your carriers pertaining to your contractual right to perform these studies.

Do the reimbursements vary for different healthcare professionals?
There is a preset reimbursement allowance for diagnostic exams, and it is usually consistent for all ordering physicians. (M.D., D.O., D.P.M.)