DiaTri, LLC (parent organization to the companies of MDM, AAS, and DBM) has recently contracted with International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers, Local 17 to provide a Diagnostic Testing program for its Group Health Benefits members starting September 1, 2008. Diagnostic Benefit Management (DBM) is DiaTri’s product line and division that creates diagnostic network solutions for Taft-Hartley Funds, employers, TPAs and insurance carriers in the Group Health industry.
Although the Fund members are familiar with a program similar to what DBM offers, they will experience higher levels of customer service, no out-of-pocket costs and a locally based team to cater to their needs. Treating physicians within the Blue Cross/Blue Shield network are to schedule their diagnostic tests such as MRIs, CTs and P.E.T. scans through DBM. In doing so, the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers, Local 17 will benefit with savings in tens of thousands of dollars. In addition, the Fund will benefit from DBM’s high-level reporting; it’s highly credentialed and quality focused network, as well as its Concierge Service to Fund members. This Concierge Service by DBM handles all aspects of patient preparation, education, scheduling, and follow-up. DBM acts as an overall resource for their members for any question or concern they may have in regards to their scheduled exam. The advantage to the utilized physicians is the lack of need for pre-authorization or pre-certification for any test scheduled through DBM, thus ensuring more timely treatment for members and less work for the physician.
Kevin Tremblay, CEO of DiaTri said, â€We are extremely excited to be able to bring our industry changing level of service to the members of the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers, Local 17.â€
About DiaTri:
DiaTri, LLC is the leader in managing and developing diagnostic nuclear medicine networks and cost containment programs, that bring the payor/patient and provider community together in a mutually beneficial relationship. DiaTri, LLC is an investment holding company with three wholly-owned subsidiaries: Advanced Ancillary Services, LLC (AAS) – A proven program for retrospective negotiations, second opinion programs and Age of Injury Reports. Midwest Diagnostic Management, LLC (MDM) – national radiology network with 3900 centers in 47 states for scheduling MRIs, CTs, & EMGs. Diagnostic Benefit Management, LLC (DBM) – National Diagnostic Imaging solutions for the Group Health market. www.diatri.net
About the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers, Local 17:
The International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers, Local 17 began coverage in 1958 and has since its inception provided comprehensive Medical Benefits. Over the years it has expanded its coverage with Dental, Optical, Disability and Prescription Drug benefits. Through the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Illinois Regional Contractors benefits are provided through a Self Administered Trust. The Fund provides benefits to over 1700 Active and retired Participants.
