Merger creates largest private practice group in Illinois

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) - Radiology mergers abound! Two radiology groups in Illinois have merged, making them the largest private practice radiology group in the state. Effective Feb. 1, Central Illinois Radiological Associates and Springfield Radiology Associates have joined forces to employ 70 radiologists. The groups will operate under the name Central Illinois Radiological Associates (CIRA) and cover 15 hospitals, including Methodist Medical Center, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Proctor Hospital, and St. John's Hospital. "The Springfield Radiology merger is a joint effort by both groups simultaneously as opposed to one saying, ‘We need you,' or the other saying, ‘We can help you,'" said Greg Hill, CEO and corporate counsel of CIRA.

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