As we celebrate National Radiologic Technology Week, it’s a fitting time to recognize the crucial role X-ray technologists play in modern healthcare. Beyond hospitals and clinics, the field has expanded into new settings, including the home. In-home X-ray services are emerging as a transformative option for employers and employees alike - offering substantial benefits that are reshaping healthcare delivery and cost management.
Immediacy and convenience are some of the top benefits of in-home X-rays, and it’s a particularly important factor in today's work culture. For employees, accessing healthcare can often feel like an ordeal, especially when it involves hours away from work, travel time, or arranging for transportation. For someone with an injury or limited mobility, these challenges only multiply.
In-home X-ray services eliminate many of these barriers by bringing medical imaging directly to employees’ homes. When an employee is experiencing an acute issue like a potential fracture, this service allows employees to receive same-day imaging without the need to visit a hospital or urgent care clinic. For employers, this convenience translates into reduced absenteeism, fewer hours of lost productivity, and a happier, healthier workforce.
One of the most substantial benefits of in-home X-rays for employers AND employees is the cost savings. The average cost of an ER visit for an employer, under a large employer-sponsored health plan, is about $2,500 with employees typically paying about $650 out-of-pocket for the visit¹. The average fee for an X-ray at the ER is $276². Many non-emergency cases that still require diagnostic imaging end up at the ER simply due to lack of access to other options. For employers and their benefits advisors, these ER visits can drive up healthcare costs, especially as the trend of avoidable ER utilization continues to rise.
With health benefits like EZaccessMD, employees are able to receive an X-ray from their living room for FREE. In-home services can offer a much more cost-effective solution, helping employers save on both direct medical expenses and indirect costs associated with employee downtime. By reducing reliance on high-cost healthcare facilities, in-home imaging can play a significant role in avoiding unnecessary expenses while still providing employees with timely, high-quality care.
In-home diagnostic services like X-rays also support employee wellness, a key factor in retention and workforce morale. By prioritizing accessible healthcare, employers demonstrate a commitment to their employees’ well-being—a factor that can have a direct impact on employee satisfaction and loyalty. Employees who feel their health needs are met tend to be more engaged, productive, and motivated at work.
From a cultural perspective, offering services that emphasize convenience and preventative care helps establish a workplace environment focused on health and balance. By integrating innovative healthcare options like in-home X-rays, employers not only support their employees’ physical health but also contribute to a positive, health-conscious workplace culture.
Services like EZaccessMD bring X-rays and other diagnostic tools directly to employees’ homes within hours, addressing health concerns quickly and effectively. Alongside X-rays, EZaccessMD offers additional in-home diagnostics, such as strep and flu tests, ultrasounds, UTI tests, and much more. This type of rapid, convenient access to diagnostic care allows employees to make informed healthcare decisions and get back to their routines faster.
During National Radiologic Technology Week, let’s acknowledge the crucial work of radiologic technologists who make in-home diagnostic care possible. Their expertise not only supports employee health but also provides employers with practical, cost-effective healthcare solutions. In-home X-rays are more than just an innovation—they’re a vital resource for today’s workforce, driving down healthcare costs while improving employee access to care.
1. https://www.healthsystemtracker.org/brief/emergency-department-visits-exceed-affordability-thresholds-for-many-consumers-with-private-insurance/#:~:text=Large%20employer%20plan%20enrollees'%20emergency%20department%20visits%20cost%20$2%2C453%2C%20on,in%20out%2Dof%2Dpocket%20costs
2. https://www.talktomira.com/post/how-much-does-an-er-visit-cost
